After weeks of negotiations and speculations, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).
Breaking news, the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said the Governor conveyed his decision in a resignation letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi Ward of the NNPP in Gwale Local Government Area, with effect from January 23, 2026.
According to Toga, Governor Yusuf blamed his decision on the persistent internal crises and the need to protect the overall interests of the people of Kano State.
The Governor pointed out that the disagreements have deepened divisions and weakened unity within the party.
“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,” the Governor stated in the letter. “This decision takes effect from Sunday, 25 January 2026.”
“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 level.
“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,” the Governor declared.
He however explained that his new choice was not borne out of bitterness but was guided by what he described as “Public Interest”.
“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,” he stated.
According to reports, Governor Yusuf is leaving the NNPP alongside 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives, and 44 Local Government chairmen across the state.
Meanwhile, the NNPP Secretary of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon. Kabiru Zubairu, who confirmed the development, acknowledged the Governor’s contributions to governance in the state.
It is widely expected that the Governor will soon join the ruling APC with the fate of his God-father, Alhaji Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso not yet known.
Political Analysts believe it will be a true test of popularity in the 2027 polls, if Kwankwaso, the founder of the massive kwankwasiya movement fails to move to APC.
