Kano: Governor Yusuf officially joins APC
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has officially joined the All Progressives Congress, dumping the NNPP party that brought him to power about two years ago.
Mr Yusuf said he is joing the ruling APC “in the best interest of the people of Kano state,” announcing his defection at an event held at the coronation hall of the Kano state government house on Monday.
Photo of former Kano governor and APC chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje and deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, welcoming Mr Yusuf to the APC has gone viral on social media.
Mr Yusuf cited the need to work with President Bola Tinubu to accelerate development and deliver democracy dividends.
He described the defection as a choice for progress over pride, emphasising the Renewed Hope Agenda’s positive impact nationwide.
He commended APC leaders, including former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje and the Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin for their support.
Mr Yusuf was received into the party alongside former national chairman, Mr Ganduje, Sen. Kawu Sumaila, and several members of the House of Representatives.
The governor previously joined the APC in 2014, winning the party’s primary election for Kano Central Senatorial seat.
He stated that rejoining the APC would strengthen cooperation with the federal government, accelerate development, enhance security, and improve service delivery in Kano State.
Mr Yusuf said, “I am entering the APC together with 22 state lawmakers, eight federal legislators, 44 local‑government chairmen and 484 councillors.
“We will work collectively to advance the party’s noble ideals for the overall political development of Kano State.
“Our mission is to advance the Kano agenda, which remains our primary concern, not personal interest.”
(NAN)
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