What happened was the resignation of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the New Nigeria People’s Party. The decision was made public on Friday and also involved many elected officials across the state. Those who left the party with the governor include 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives, and 44 local government chairmen. The development took place in Kano State and affects the current political structure of the state.
The governor formally communicated his decision through a resignation letter addressed to the leadership of the NNPP at the ward level in Diso-Chiranchi Ward, located in Gwale Local Government Area. According to the letter, the resignation will take effect from January 25, 2026.
The mass exit marks a major shift in Kano’s political landscape, as the governor and several key office holders were elected under the platform of the NNPP. The move also reduces the party’s presence and influence within the state’s legislative and local government structures.
As of the time of reporting, details on the next political steps of the governor and those who resigned alongside him had not been officially announced. Political observers expect further developments as reactions continue to emerge from party leaders and stakeholders within and outside Kano State.