Kano govt cautions Yusuf’s supporters over comments against Kwankwaso
The Kano State Government has cautioned supporters of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to avoid making offensive or provocative remarks against Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement. The warning was issued by Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General of Media and Publicity at Government House, during a motorcycle distribution event attended by the […]
Kwankwaso declares January 23rd ‘Betrayal Day’ over Gov Yusuf’s defection
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has declared January 23 as “Betrayal Day” following the resignation of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the party. The declaration came amid growing political tension in Kano over the governor’s planned move to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). […]
Kano Speaker, deputy, Majority Leader, 22 others resign from NNPP, support Gov Yusuf
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, alongside his deputy, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Bello Butu Butu, the Majority Leader, and 22 other lawmakers, have resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and declared their full support for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The development marks a major political […]
Kano LG chair Sa’adatu Soja resigns from NNPP, discloses reasons
The Executive Chairperson of Tudun Wada Local Government Area in Kano State, Hon. Sa’adatu Salisu Soja MaiJamaa, has officially resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). She announced her decision in a resignation letter dated Friday, January 23, 2026, which was addressed to the party leadership in Tudun Wada Local Government. In the letter […]
Automatic ticket issue will be resolved – APC expresses readiness to receive Kano’s Yusuf
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has said it is fully prepared to welcome Governor Abba Yusuf if he decides to leave the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). The state APC chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, explained that the party remains open to new members and sees defection as a political advantage, noting that politics […]
Kwankwaso warns supporters against money politics after Gov Yusuf’s exit from NNPP
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has warned his supporters against engaging in money politics following the defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the party. Kwankwaso stressed that the strength of the NNPP lies in the support of the people, not in financial inducements or […]
Gov Yusuf defection: Kano politics has been hot since 1979 – Shehu Sani
Senator Shehu Sani has commented on the recent defection of Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Yusuf, saying that intense political maneuvering has always been part of Kano politics since 1979. He noted that such shifts are not unusual in the state’s political history. Shehu Sani observed that Kano has long been a hotbed of political […]
Kano govt refutes allegation of administrative ‘paralysis’
The Kano State Government has dismissed reports claiming that its administration is facing paralysis, describing the allegations as false and misleading. According to the state, government activities are ongoing normally across ministries, departments, and agencies. Officials said the claims were deliberately circulated to create panic and undermine public confidence in the government. They stressed that […]
Nobody betrays Kwankwaso and ends well, ask Ganduje – Kwankwasiyya chief warns Gov Yusuf
A prominent leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement has warned Governor Umaru Yusuf of Kano State, cautioning him against betraying former governor Rabiu Kwankwaso. The party chieftain cited the example of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, suggesting that those who turn against Kwankwaso face serious political consequences. The warning comes amid reports of political disagreements within the party, […]
Kano defection: I believe in action, not to much talk – Gov Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reacted to recent political talks surrounding his reported defection plans, saying he prefers action over excessive public debate. The governor said leadership should be judged by results and service to the people, not by constant political noise or speculation. Speaking through his media team, Yusuf explained that his […]