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Transportation minister quits Tinubu’s govt to contest Gombe governorship election

The Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet to pursue his gubernatorial ambition in Gombe State ahead of the 2027 general election.

Alkali’s media aide, Umar Jubril, made this known in a press statement issued on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Alkali said his resignation followed a presidential directive requiring political appointees seeking elective offices to resign their positions, in accordance with extant law.

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The minister said he resigned to contest for Gombe State governorship post in the 2027 election.

He expressed appreciation to Tinubu for the opportunity to serve, citing significant progress made in the transportation sector during his tenure.

President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked the minister for his dedicated service to the nation.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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