2027: Ex-Kano deputy gov, Gawuna’s loyalists may defect from NDC to APC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State is poised to lose several of its prominent members as a political group loyal to former Kano State Deputy Governor Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna prepares to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

This development was revealed following a solidarity visit by members of the group to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his deputy, Murtala Sule Garo.

The visit was announced in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

The delegation was led by Muhammad Badaru Umar, a close associate of Gawuna, and included key figures such as Ali Datti Yako, the NDC Vice Chairman in Kano State; Mansur Isa Gawuna; and Uba Tanko Mijinyawa, commonly known as Uba Danzainab.

Other members of the delegation were Aminu Umar Faruk, Sani Jibrin, Salisu Muhammad, Musa Sani Indabo, Muhammad Kabir Bala, Hassan Abba Abdullahi, and Abdurrahman Muhammad.

During the visit, Badaru stated that their decision to engage with the governor was driven by their commitment to the development and progress of Kano State.

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He emphasized the significance of consulting with Governor Yusuf and his deputy as part of their ongoing efforts to contribute positively to the state.

Ali Datti Yako also commented, highlighting that the people of Kano are aware of the strides being made by Governor Yusuf to transform the state. “Everyone knows that Governor Yusuf is working tirelessly to improve Kano State,” Yako remarked.

The delegation expressed solidarity with Governor Yusuf and Deputy Governor Garo, reaffirming their interest in the continued development and progress of Kano State.

This visit occurs amidst ongoing political realignments in Kano ahead of the 2027 general elections, as political actors across the state reassess their affiliations.

The impending defection of members from Gawuna’s political team to the APC is expected to strengthen the party’s structure in Kano as preparations for the upcoming elections intensify.