Dr. Furlan, the Mayor of Macapá, officially resigned on Thursday after being suspended for 60 days due to an ongoing investigation into a suspected fraud scheme related to a contract with the Municipal Health Department. This decision aligns with the constitutional requirement for candidates in executive positions to step down at least six months prior to elections, as he plans to run for Governor of Amapá in 2026.

The investigation, led by federal authorities, also implicated several other officials including the vice-mayor, Mario Neto, and the municipal health secretary, Erica Aranha de Sousa Aymoré. They are among those facing scrutiny in connection with the alleged fraudulent bidding practices, which have raised serious concerns about governance and accountability in the municipal administration of Macapá.

With the mayor's departure, the president of the Municipal Chamber, Pedro da Lua, has stepped in to lead the city temporarily. The unfolding situation poses significant implications for local governance and could potentially alter the political landscape in Amapá as upcoming elections approach. Residents and political observers will watch closely as the investigation progresses and its effects on local political dynamics become clearer.