There’s intense speculation that President Bola Tinubu has offered Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State a chance to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), but with a catch – no automatic ticket. This move has put Yusuf in a tight spot, with his party, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), already expressing concerns about his potential defection.
The NNPP has clarified that Yusuf doesn’t need the party’s national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso’s, approval to join the APC, citing his constitutional right to choose his political affiliation. However, Kwankwaso’s camp has denied endorsing Yusuf’s potential defection, labeling reports as “false and misleading” [4].
Yusuf’s rift with Kwankwaso started after the government was formed, with Kwankwaso allegedly influencing key appointments. The APC sees Yusuf’s potential defection as a strategic gain, but refuses to guarantee him the gubernatorial ticket. The NNPP has passed a vote of no confidence on Yusuf, citing his inability to perform and lack of party ideology.
The political drama is unfolding amidst heightened tensions in Kano State, with the 2027 elections looming. Stay tuned for further updates.
