Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former Kano State Governor and ex-National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was reportedly rushed to the emergency department of a London hospital on July 20, 2025, in critical condition. The alarming news was first shared by human rights activist Sir Engr. AY via a post on X, which called for prayers for the politician’s recovery. As of the latest reports, no official confirmation has been issued by Ganduje’s family, aides, or the APC leadership, leaving Nigerians anxious about the health of one of the country’s most influential political figures.
Ganduje, born in 1949 in Dawakin Tofa, Kano State, has been a towering figure in Nigerian politics, serving as governor from 2015 to 2023 and as APC National Chairman from August 2023 to June 2025. His tenure as governor was marked by significant achievements, such as his 2015 election victory over PDP’s Malam Salihu Takai, but also controversies, including allegations of bribery captured in 2018 video clips published by Daily Nigerian. These scandals, coupled with his fallout with political mentor Rabiu Kwankwaso and the deposition of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II in 2020, have kept Ganduje in the spotlight as a polarizing figure.
The reported health crisis comes at a tumultuous time for Nigeria, following the recent death of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London on July 13, 2025. The coincidence of both leaders facing medical emergencies in London has sparked concerns about the state of healthcare access for Nigeria’s elite, with many questioning why prominent figures seek treatment abroad. Social media reactions on X reflect a mix of concern and speculation, with users urging prayers for Ganduje’s recovery while others debate the implications for the APC’s leadership dynamics.
Details about Ganduje’s condition remain scarce, with no official statement clarifying the nature of his illness. This lack of transparency has fueled speculation, with some linking his hospitalization to the stress of recent political battles, including his controversial tenure as APC chairman and ongoing legal issues in Kano. In 2023, Ganduje faced scrutiny over allegations of forgery and financial misconduct, which led to the detention of a close associate, Muhuyi MagaJi Rimin Gado, by the Kano State Police
