“You Will Win Your Second Term In 2027,” Ganduje Tells Governor Abba Yusuf After APC Return

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has thrown his full weight behind Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, promising him victory in the 2027 governorship election after his defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

Ganduje made the declaration on Monday during a reception at the Government House in Kano, describing Yusuf’s return to the APC as a “historic homecoming” and a major boost for the party in the state.

“You will win your second term in 2027. We have spoken to all aspirants, and they have agreed to support you,” Ganduje said. “In APC, all serving governors are leaders of the party in their respective states. Therefore, you are the leader of the APC in Kano State.”

He also hailed Yusuf as a progressive leader whose policies align with APC values and assured him of fair treatment within the party.

Governor Yusuf officially rejoined the APC on January 23, citing internal conflicts and legal disputes in the NNPP, as well as the need to safeguard Kano State’s development agenda.

“Leadership must rise above comfort, sentiment, or personal selfishness,” Yusuf said. “After careful reflection and consultation, I relinquished my membership of NNPP and joined the party that is better for Kano. We are choosing progress over personal desires. Our loyalty is to Kano first.”