Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Submits APC Nomination Form for 2027 Election
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has officially submitted his nomination form to the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee, signaling his intent to seek a second term in the 2027 governorship election. The submission was confirmed by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, who noted that Yusuf was accompanied by prominent political figures, including former Governor Ibrahim Shekarau and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin. Following the submission, Governor Yusuf outlined his campaign agenda, emphasizing continued urban renewal, infrastructure development, and rural improvements such as feeder roads, water supply, and healthcare facilities. He pledged stronger support for agriculture and youth empowerment programs, aiming to boost job creation and inclusive leadership. Yusuf reaffirmed his alignment with the federal Renewed Hope Agenda to attract more projects to Kano State. This move follows his defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the APC in January 2026 amid internal party crises. Since rejoining the APC, state stakeholders have unanimously endorsed him as the sole candidate, formalizing a consensus arrangement that positions him favorably for the party’s ticket in the upcoming polls.
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Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Submits APC Nomination Form for 2027 Election
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has officially submitted his nomination form to the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee, signaling his intent to seek a second term in the 2027 governorship election. The submission was confirmed by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, who noted that Yusuf was accompanied by prominent political figures, including former Governor Ibrahim Shekarau and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin. Following the submission, Governor Yusuf outlined his campaign agenda, emphasizing continued urban renewal, infrastructure development, and rural improvements such as feeder roads, water supply, and healthcare facilities. He pledged stronger support for agriculture and youth empowerment programs, aiming to boost job creation and inclusive leadership. Yusuf reaffirmed his alignment with the federal Renewed Hope Agenda to attract more projects to Kano State. This move follows his defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the APC in January 2026 amid internal party crises. Since rejoining the APC, state stakeholders have unanimously endorsed him as the sole candidate, formalizing a consensus arrangement that positions him favorably for the party’s ticket in the upcoming polls.
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