Ganduje inaugurates APC France chapter, urges support for Tinubu

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, has inaugurated the new executive committee of the APC France chapter in Paris.

Ganduje also called on all diaspora members to rally behind President Bola Tinubu’s reforms and Renewed Hope Agenda.

Speaking at the event in Paris over the weekend, Ganduje stressed the importance of unity among party members in the diaspora, stressing their role in supporting the administration’s economic transformation efforts.

Ganduje acknowledged that while the reforms under Tinubu may be seen as painful, he stated that “they are necessary steps to reposition Nigeria’s economy for sustainable growth.”

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, on Monday, April 21, 2025, the APC chairman commended the efforts of the diaspora in expanding the party’s base abroad through active recruitment of members and mobilisation.

Ganduje further assured the gathering that the party is committed to working with the National Assembly to realise the long-sought goal of diaspora voting, enabling full political inclusion for Nigerians living abroad.

“We appreciate you for holding the banner of our party, expanding its membership, and supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, especially in light of the critical reforms he is undertaking. There is now more funding for capital development, and both governors and local government chairmen can attest to this,” Ganduje stated.

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He also referenced recent party meetings, including those of the National Caucus and the National Executive Committee (NEC), which affirmed support for the president’s performance.

Ganduje added: “At the end of the NEC meeting, a vote of confidence was passed on President Tinubu because of the progress his administration is making. He is a reformer and has introduced significant changes, especially in the economic sector.

“There is peace in the APC, unlike in other parties that are battling internal crises. Because of this enabling environment, many are decamping to our party, including senators, members of the House of Representatives, State Assemblies members, and other notable political figures. Our party respects its constitution and practices internal democracy.”

In her response, the newly inaugurated Chairperson of the APC France chapter, Amina Suzuki, reiterated the critical role of Nigerians in the diaspora in national development – not just as economic contributors, but also as political stakeholders.

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