KANO GOV YUSUF SEEN AT ASO ROCK — DEFLECTION RUMORS SWIRL Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf visited President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, in a meeting that lasted over three hours. The governor arrived at 4:13 p.m. local time and left quietly, declining to comment to reporters about the purpose of his visit. The meeting comes amid rumors of a possible defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recent reports suggest that Kano politics is on edge, as such a move would be strongly opposed by NNPP leadership, including the party’s national leader, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the political atmosphere in Kano is tense, with party watchers and citizens closely monitoring the developments. As the story unfolds, Fintter will bring you verified updates on this high-stakes political encounter. #BreakingNews, #KanoPolitics, #Fintter, #APC, #NNPP, #Tinubu, #AbbaYusuf, #Defection

Kano Court Denies Arrest of Ex-Gov Ganduje in Controversial Dry Port Case Summary: Kano State High Court has refused the government’s bid to arrest former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje over the alleged mismanagement and private takeover of Dala Inland Dry Port. Ganduje, facing a 10-count charge including criminal conspiracy, misappropriation of ₦4.49 billion, and abuse of office alongside three co-defendants, was granted temporary relief as the court agreed to hear preliminary objections on service of court processes first. Justice Yusuf Ubale ruled that issuing a bench warrant now would be premature. Case adjourned to February 23. #KanoPolitics #GandujeTrial #NigeriaNews

Ex-Kano Governor Shekarau Defends Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Says Leaving NNPP Won’t Constitute Betrayal Amid Party Divisions Former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau has defended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf amid speculation that he may defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to DCL Hausa, Shekarau stated that political alignments are personal choices shaped by circumstances and consultations, not acts of disloyalty. Shekarau referenced historical precedent, noting that Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso previously left the PDP for APC while holding office without relinquishing his mandate, suggesting Yusuf’s potential move would follow a similar path. He also highlighted past disagreements within the NNPP over power-sharing arrangements, which led him and his supporters to exit the party. Shekarau emphasized that defection, when done in consultation with supporters, should not be framed as betrayal, and insisted that Governor Yusuf should be allowed to make his decision freely without being demonized. #ShekarauStatement #AbbaKabirYusuf #NNPPPolitics #KanoPolitics #KwankwasiyyaMovement #APCDefection #PoliticalRealignment #NigeriaPolitics #GovernorYusuf #NNPPControversy

Kano NNPP Expels Rep Member Abdulmumin Jibrin Over Anti-Party Activities The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has expelled House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin, representing Kiru/Bebeji constituency, over alleged anti-party activities and disloyalty. State Chairman, Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa, said Jibrin’s expulsion followed “repeated acts of sabotage and public defiance,” including media attacks on the party and its leadership. He added that Jibrin’s political relevance stemmed only from his affiliation with the Kwankwasiyya movement and NNPP, noting that the lawmaker had earlier hinted at plans to defect. Dungurawa further accused Jibrin of failing to pay mandatory party dues, vowing to seek legal action for recovery. He stressed that the Kwankwasiyya movement, led by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, remains strong despite speculation of defections. #NNPP #KanoPolitics #AbdulmuminJibrin

Former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has been officially appointed as the Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). His new role is expected to bring political experience into the management of Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure. #BreakingNews #Ganduje #FAAN #NigeriaAviation #LeadershipUpdate #KanoPolitics