The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reportedly concluded plans to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election.
The Independent Mirror reports that the governor is expected to announce his decision at any moment, having completed consultations with some of his close political allies.
According to findings, Governor Yusuf has, over the past few months, mounted pressure on his political godfather, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to join him in the move.
However, the former governor reportedly rejected the proposal, insisting that he would remain in the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).
Despite repeated attempts to persuade Kwankwaso, Governor Yusuf was unable to secure his support for the defection.
“The governor has met with some members of the State House of Assembly and disclosed his plans to them. The Speaker is expected to issue a statement assuring the governor of his full support, regardless of whatever political decision he makes concerning the state,” a lawmaker, who spoke on condition of anonymity, revealed.
The source further disclosed that loyalists of Senator Kwankwaso are also expected to issue a counterstatement reaffirming their loyalty to their leader and the NNPP.
“You will see these developments unfold within the coming week, as the governor has already made up his mind despite Kwankwaso’s resistance,” the lawmaker added.
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Recall that there had been widespread speculation that both Kwankwaso and Governor Yusuf were planning to defect to the APC—a claim Kwankwaso publicly denied.
Kwankwaso’s recent criticisms of the APC have further strengthened the belief among political observers that he has no intention of joining the ruling party.
Efforts to reach the spokespersons of both Kwankwaso and Governor Yusuf were unsuccessful, as calls and text messages sent to them were not responded to as of the time of filing this report.
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