Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) are engaged in a dispute regarding the political allegiance of former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Ali Pantami. The disagreement centers on Pantami’s current status as the PDP’s declared governorship candidate for Gombe State in the 2027 elections. The APC is questioning the validity of Pantami’s candidacy given perceived lingering ties to the ruling party. The PDP defends Pantami’s full membership and eligibility to contest under their banner. This exchange highlights the intensifying political maneuvering ahead of the upcoming gubernatorial election in Gombe. Both parties are actively working to discredit each other’s candidates and solidify their support base. The controversy raises questions about party loyalty and the potential for legal challenges to Pantami’s candidacy.