Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Set to Defect from NNPP to APC, Reshaping State’s Political Landscape

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is poised to defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in January 2026, ending his decades-long alliance with Rabiu Kwankwaso. Sources reveal Yusuf has secured the backing of lawmakers and local government chairmen, making the defection appear irreversible. The move threatens NNPP’s political presence in Kano and signals a major shift ahead of the 2027 elections. Reports indicate a potential replacement for the deputy governor is underway, and key APC positions in the state are being realigned in preparation for the transition.