WorldStage– Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State is set to rejoin the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday, January 26, 2026, following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) on Friday.
A statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, in Kano on Sunday said the move is expected to strengthen cooperation with the Federal Government, accelerate development, enhance security, and improve service delivery in Kano State.
Yusuf had previously joined the APC in 2014, winning the party’s primary election for the Kano Central Senatorial seat.
He will formally register as an APC member alongside 22 state lawmakers, eight federal lawmakers, and 44 local government chairmen.
The Governor will also launch the APC e-registration exercise in the state.
Meanwhile, Gov Yusuf has declared his administration’s priority is the ‘Kano Agenda’, placing it above personal or group interests.
With his decision to align with a new political platform, Yusuf stated that his intention was solely focused on Kano’s development and citizens’ welfare, harbouring no hatred towards anyone.
In his remark at a Motorcycle Empowerment Programme for social media influencers in Kano, he declared that the era of disrespectful statements against leaders was over, advocating unity, mutual respect, and economic prosperity.
The Governor maintained that collaborations on Kano’s economic and political development were yielding results, citing the partnership with the Nigeria Police Force in curbing crimes.
On the 2027 elections, Yusuf said he would focus on developmental projects, leaving leadership to God’s decision.
He appealed to social media influencers to project Islam’s true image, promoting unity, humility, and peace.
