Abba Yusuf, the governor of Kano State, has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major political shift in the state’s leadership landscape.
Sources close to the development say the governor’s defection was finalised after high-level consultations within the ruling party, with assurances reportedly given regarding his political future. As part of the move, Yusuf is said to have secured an automatic APC ticket to contest the 2027 governorship election.
The defection is expected to significantly alter political alignments in Kano State, long regarded as one of Nigeria’s most politically influential states. Analysts say Yusuf’s move could strengthen the APC’s grip in the North-West while weakening opposition structures ahead of the next general elections.
While official details of the agreement remain undisclosed, party insiders describe the development as a strategic gain for the APC, especially as preparations for 2027 begin to take shape nationwide.
The governor is yet to issue a detailed public statement explaining the reasons behind his defection, but political observers believe the decision is tied to long-term political calculations and power consolidation within the state.
Yusuf’s defection has already sparked reactions across the political spectrum, with supporters and critics debating its implications for governance, party loyalty, and democratic accountability in Kano State.
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