BREAKING: Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Quits NNPP After Aso Rock Visit

Governor Abba’s resignation from the NNPP comes a few days after meeting President Tinubu in Aso Rock, Abuja.
In a letter addressed to the Chairman of the Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, the governor formally announced his intention to leave the party effective from Friday, January 23, 2026.

The letter reads: “I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party, with effect from Sunday, 25 January 2026.
“I remain sincerely appreciative of the opportunity given to me by the party, its leadership, and members across Kano State to be part of its political journey since 2022, as well as the support, goodwill, and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party.

In recent times, the party has been confronted with persistent internal challenges arising from leadership disagreements and ongoing legal processes, many of which are presently before the courts for judicial determination.

The growing disenfranchisement among party members has created deep divisions within the party structure, resulting in cracks that appear increasingly irreconcilable and have generated uncertainty at both state and national levels.
“After careful reflection, and without prejudice to the party’s capacity to resolve its internal challenges, I have come to the conclusion that my resignation is in the best interest of the people of Kano State.

This decision is taken in good faith, without any ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.”
Recall that Yusuf’s political godfather, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, while reacting to the planned defection, described it as an act of betrayal and warned that the governor would face consequences in 2027 if he went ahead with the move.
The NNPP national leader’s son, Hon. Mustapha Kwankwaso, and other cabinet members loyal to Kwankwaso have reportedly vowed to resign immediately if the governor officially joins the APC.
A lawmaker and APC chieftain in Kano, Alhassan Ado Doguwa, claimed in a viral video that President Tinubu had directed that the APC’s ongoing e-registration exercise be suspended in Kano until Governor Yusuf formally joins the party.