The governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, is set to establish a committee to formally notify Rabiu Kwankwaso, leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), of his decision to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with a significant number of state and national assembly members. This move follows a closed-door meeting on Thursday, where the governor agreed to send a delegation to inform Mr. Kwankwaso of his decision.
According to sources familiar with the meeting, the state assembly members had requested the governor to personally meet with Mr. Kwankwaso as a sign of respect, given their prior relationship. However, the governor declined to meet with Mr. Kwankwaso directly, instead suggesting that the speaker of the state house of assembly, Jibrin Falgore, lead the delegation. The speaker also declined, citing his inability to confront Mr. Kwankwaso with the news.
As a result, the governor is expected to form a committee comprising national and state assembly members, as well as some cabinet members, to visit Mr. Kwankwaso on Friday and deliver the news of his defection. The governor is anticipated to announce his resignation from the NNPP the following day.
This development comes as a significant shift in the political landscape of Kano State, with potential implications for the state’s governance and party dynamics. The NNPP has been a major player in the state’s politics, and Mr. Kwankwaso’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping the party’s direction. The governor’s decision to defect to the APC, a rival party, is likely to have far-reaching consequences for the state’s political landscape.
The establishment of the committee to formally inform Mr. Kwankwaso of the governor’s decision reflects the complexities and sensitivities involved in this political maneuvering. As the situation unfolds, it is likely to be closely watched by political observers and stakeholders in Kano State and beyond. The governor’s resignation and defection to the APC are expected to be formally announced in the coming days, marking a significant turning point in the state’s political trajectory.
