Ganduje Praises New SAN for Saving APC from N1.5bn Debt

APC Chairman Ganduje shares how a newly appointed Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) helped the party escape a N1.5 billion debt crisis. Learn more about the legal intervention.

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has spoken on how one of the newly appointed Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN), Prof. Abubakar Kana, helped the party avoid a N1.5 billion debt burden by lifting a garnishment order.

Kana, who serves as the APC’s national legal adviser, was among 87 lawyers who were awarded the title of SAN on Monday. At a reception in his honour on Thursday, he said Kana’s strategic advice and exceptional skills as a lawyer protected the party’s interests and ensured victory in a key legal case.

He highlighted Kana’s swift intervention and thanked him for saving the party from a significant financial burden. He also commended him for his role in negotiating the settlement of a N92 million judgment against the APC.

Mr. Ganduje, through his deputy, Mr. Ali Bukar Dalori, also commended Mr. Abdul Adamu Fagge, also a SAN holder, for his exceptional legal expertise and commitment to his field of expertise, especially in Kano State.

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“Their expertise has been crucial in supporting the mission of the APC and has contributed greatly to the development of democracy in Nigeria.

This recognition by the SAN strengthens our position as legal authorities in the country and enhances the reputation of the APC for excellence, which reflects our party’s commitment to upholding integrity,” Mr. Ganduje said.

“I congratulate them on this achievement and salute the tireless efforts of Professor Kana and Mr. Abdul Adamu Fagge to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions, promote the rule of law and protect human rights.

“Their careers have been marked by an unwavering commitment to justice and an unwavering dedication to defending the interests of the APC,” he added.

“In recognizing this significant moment in their distinguished careers, we honour not only their personal achievements but also the positive impact they have had on the lives of so many.”