Kano DG says Yusuf’s party switch not for personal gain
Kabiru Dakata, Director General of the Kano State Signage and Advertising Agency, has rejected claims that Governor Abba Yusuf left the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) for personal reasons. He explained that the planned move to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is about aligning Kano State with the federal government for better benefits. Yusuf resigned from the NNPP, citing internal crises and the interests of the people. His official defection to the APC is set for Monday, January 26, 2026, following a resignation effective January 23, 2026.
Key takeaways
- Kabiru Dakata stated that Abba Yusuf’s defection is not about personal ambition but to improve Kano State’s access to federal resources.
- Yusuf resigned from the NNPP effective January 23, 2026, citing internal party crises and the need to protect the people’s interests.
- He is expected to formally join the APC on Monday, January 26, 2026.
- APC flags have been raised at the Kano State Government House ahead of his official defection.
- Dakata highlighted that federal funding of over ₦46 billion was approved for the Wuju-Wuju project after Yusuf’s alignment with the centre.
