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Former Kano State Governor and ex–National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has returned to Nigeria after spending several weeks abroad, reigniting political activity around his next moves within the ruling party.

Ganduje arrived in Lagos on Saturday afternoon aboard an Emirates Airlines flight from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The aircraft touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport at about 4:30 p.m., according to sources familiar with his travel plans. He later proceeded to Abuja the same evening.

His return comes amid heightened political realignments within the APC, particularly in Kano State, where internal party dynamics and leadership interests have remained fluid in recent months. Party insiders say Ganduje is expected to immediately begin a round of consultations with key stakeholders, including party officials and political allies, as part of efforts to reassess strategies and strengthen the party’s footing in the state.

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Although details of his meetings have not been made public, the engagements are believed to focus on reconciliation, party cohesion, and responses to emerging political developments ahead of future electoral contests. Kano remains one of the APC’s most politically significant states, and Ganduje’s influence there continues to attract attention within and outside the party.

Ganduje, who served two terms as governor of Kano State, later rose to become national chairman of the APC, a position that placed him at the center of national party politics. Since leaving office, he has maintained a relatively low public profile, with his recent stay abroad fueling speculation about his political plans.

Observers say his return signals a renewed phase of political activity, particularly as party leaders across the country reposition ahead of upcoming elections and internal party processes. For Kano APC members, Ganduje’s re-entry into active consultations could shape alliances and determine the direction of the party in the state.