The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has “unanimously” elected Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as Chairman.
Yilwatda will replace Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, who tendered his resignation from the ‘Broom’ Party on health grounds.
Ganduje, former Governor of Kano State, has been appointed as Head of Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following his resignation as APC Chairman.
Yilwatda was elected new Chairman of the Party by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Party on Thursday 24 July, 2025.
According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy: “Professor Nentawe Yilwatda elected unanimously As APC chairman
“Humanitarian Minister Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress. He was elected unanimously by the National Executive Committee of the party on Thursday.
“Yilwatda replaces Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned for crucial private matters.
“Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is a distinguished academic, a visionary leader, and a passionate advocate for humanitarian and poverty reduction initiatives. Born on August 8, 1968, in Dungung, Kanke Local Government Area, he hails from a lineage of service, being the son of the Late Rev. Toma Yilwatda.
“From an early age, Prof. Yilwatda demonstrated a keen intellect and an unwavering commitment to excellence. He attended the prestigious Boys’ Secondary School, Gindiri, where he laid the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
“His academic journey saw him obtain his first degree from the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, followed by a master’s degree from ATBU, Bauchi, and a doctorate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, specializing in Electronic and Computer Engineering.”
Photo: Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, new APC Chairman
