ABUJA, Nigeria — Ali Ndume, the senator representing Borno South, has been removed from his position as Senate Chief Whip.
The announcement was made during a Senate session on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, where Tahir Monguno was immediately appointed as his replacement.
The decision to remove Ndume followed an order from the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Umar Ganduje, and the National Secretary, Bashir Ajibola. The directive was detailed in a letter addressed to the Senate.
The President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio presented the request to the Senate, putting it to a voice vote.
The motion received unanimous support from all APC senators, confirming Ndume’s removal and Monguno’s appointment.
The swift transition of roles underscores the party’s commitment to maintaining discipline and order within its ranks.
The removal of Ndume marks a significant shift in the Senate’s leadership dynamics, with the APC reiterating its focus on effective governance and party unity.
Further details on the reasons behind the leadership change have not been disclosed.
