Kano State Government has dismissed as false and misleading claims that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) out of fear of being denied a second-term ticket under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
In a statement issued on Friday, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, described the allegation—credited to the immediate past Commissioner for Investment, Commerce and Industry, Shehu Wada Sagagi as “baseless” and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public.
The government maintained that the governor’s political realignment was a strategic decision taken in the best interest of Kano State, aimed at promoting peace, unity, and sustainable development.
According to the statement, the move is designed to strengthen collaboration and ensure that the benefits of governance are equitably distributed to all residents without discrimination.
“The insinuation that the Governor acted out of fear of not securing a second-term ticket is not only misleading but also disregards his strong political standing, broad acceptance, and proven track record in delivering democratic dividends,” the statement read.
The government further reaffirmed Governor Yusuf’s commitment to his “Kano First” agenda, which prioritizes citizens’ welfare, infrastructural development, economic growth, and social stability.
It urged members of the public to disregard the claims attributed to Sagagi, stressing that they do not reflect the true situation.
The statement added that the administration remains focused on transparency, accountability, and the continued progress of the state, noting that it would not be distracted by what it described as unfounded allegations.
