Ex-Kano Deputy Governor Gawuna formally joins ADC

Former Kano State Deputy Governor, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). His defection marks a notable shift in Kano politics as key figures reposition ahead of future elections. Gawuna was previously associated with another major political platform before making the move to ADC. Observers say his decision may influence political […]
NNPP Ward Chairman resigns from party

The Ward Chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party in Ketawa Ward, Gezawa Local Government Area, Isyaku Ali Danja, has resigned from the party with immediate effect. In a letter dated March 29, 2026, Danja said his decision came after careful thought and personal reflection. He expressed appreciation to the party for giving him the […]
Kano Assembly Commences Impeachment Proceedings Against Dep-Gov Gwarzo

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of the state, Abdulsalam Aminu Gwarzo. The development followed a motion raised during plenary by lawmakers alleging gross misconduct and abuse of office against the deputy governor. According to the members, the decision to initiate the impeachment process is in line […]
Kwankwaso laments Kano government’s defection to APC

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed disappointment over what he described as the defection of the Kano State government structure to the All Progressives Congress. He said the development was troubling and warned that it could alter the political balance in the state. The former governor stated that the shift was unexpected and claimed it did […]
NNPP urges Presidency, NSA to clear Kwankwaso of terrorism allegations

The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on the Presidency and the Office of the National Security Adviser to publicly clear its National Leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, of alleged links to terrorism. The appeal was made in a statement issued by the party’s state Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye. According […]
He has long been expelled – NNPP disowns Kwankwaso over supreme court controversy

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has publicly distanced itself from former presidential candidate Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, following controversy surrounding his claim that he helped arrange a meeting between Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf and some Supreme Court judges in 2019. The party said Kwankwaso’s statement has nothing to do with the NNPP and […]
Kano: Kwankwasiyya structure won’t be as formidable as in 2023 – APC chieftain

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Taofiq Raimi, has said the Kwankwasiyya political structure in Kano State will no longer be as powerful as it was during the 2023 general elections. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Raimi noted that political realities in the state have changed, reducing the influence the […]
Defection: Gov Yusuf’s betrayal should be in Guiness World Record – Buba Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima, has strongly condemned the defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as an unprecedented act of betrayal. Galadima said the governor’s action has deeply disappointed party members and the people of Kano State who trusted […]
Gov Yusuf betrayed Kano people by returning power to APC – NNPP

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has strongly criticised Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, over his decision to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a betrayal of both the party and the people of Kano State. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, NNPP National Spokesperson, Ladipo Johnson, said the […]
Kano Govt rebukes Buba Galadima over Yusuf’s second-term prospects

The Kano State Government has reacted strongly to comments credited to elder statesman Buba Galadima concerning the chances of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf securing a second term in office. The government described the remarks as misleading and unnecessary, saying they do not reflect the political reality in the state. In a statement issued by the […]