A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Ahmed Dankabo, has described the reported defection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the APC as a defining moment in the state’s political history.
In a statement issued to journalists in Abuja, Dankabo said the long-anticipated move marks a watershed in Kano politics and a significant milestone in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic.
He stressed that the people of Kano State stand to gain the most from the governor’s defection, citing prospects of improved governance and stronger alignment with federal policies.
Dankabo, who served on the APC 2023 Presidential Campaign Council in Kano State, said the development signals renewed confidence in the APC-led Federal Government and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda.
He stated, “The decision of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to defect from the NNPP to the APC is not just a political move; it is a defining moment in the political history of Kano State. This single action has triggered a political tsunami across the state, with citizens from all walks of life embracing the APC. In fact, Kano State is turning 360 degrees to the APC.
“Kano State has effectively turned in a new direction politically. The momentum on the ground is overwhelming, and it is evident that the people see the APC as the vehicle for stability, development, and meaningful engagement with the centre.
“I congratulate Governor Abba Gida-Gida, his cabinet, legislators, and grassroots leaders for this bold and strategic move. This is a major political milestone not only for Kano State but for Nigeria’s democratic evolution under the Fourth Republic,” he said.
According to Dankabo, the defection has repositioned Kano State from the political periphery to the centre of national political and economic decision-making.
“For too long, Kano operated outside the core of national power dynamics. This alignment with the ruling party has now restored the state to its rightful place at the centre of national discourse and development planning,” he noted.
He further expressed optimism that the state stands to gain significantly from closer collaboration with the Federal Government.
“Even while Kano was in the opposition, the state benefitted from several federal appointments and projects under President Tinubu’s administration. Now that Kano is fully aligned with the centre under our great party, the APC, the opportunities and benefits before the state are limitless.
“This decision is about the future of Kano State. It is about accelerated development, increased federal presence, and a stronger voice at the national level. The people of Kano are the real winners,” he added.
