Fresh Shake-Up Hits Gombe ADC as State Spokesman Steps Down

GOMBE — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has recorded another high-profile exit in Gombe State following the resignation of its State Publicity Secretary, Abdulrahman Buba Zaune, fueling speculation about a possible move to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Zaune formally announced his resignation in a letter dated August 5, 2026, addressed to the ADC Chairman of Zaune Ward in Dukku Local Government Area.

In the letter, the former party spokesman expressed gratitude to the ADC for the opportunities he received during his time in the party, noting that he had served at the local government, state and national levels.

While he wished the party well in its future activities, Zaune did not explain the reason for stepping down or disclose his next political destination.

His resignation has, however, generated widespread speculation among political stakeholders in Gombe, with many suggesting he could soon join the APC as political alignments gather momentum ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

The development comes shortly after APC governorship candidate Dr. Jamilu Isyaku Gwamna visited Dukku Local Government Area, Zaune's home constituency, as part of ongoing political consultations across the state.

Zaune's departure also follows the recent resignation of the ADC's State Secretary, Ahmed Gana, who later defected to the APC and publicly declared support for Gwamna's governorship ambition.

Political analysts believe the latest resignation could further weaken the ADC's grassroots structure in Gombe, as parties continue to reposition and court influential figures ahead of the next election cycle.

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