The Digest:
A fresh crisis has erupted within the New Nigeria Peoples Party following reports that Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress, a move strongly opposed by the party’s national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and the NNPP leadership in Kano. In a statement, the state chairman appealed to the governor and his allies to reconsider, warning that defection would betray the party’s base and undermine its opposition stance.
Key Points:
- Kano NNPP Chairman Hashim Duleiman confirmed awareness of defection plans
- He stated that the party, Kwankwaso, and national leaders do not support the move
- The chairman appealed to the governor not to defect “for the sake of Allah and the Prophet.”
- He denied claims that the party was pitting Yusuf against Kwankwaso
- The Director-General of Media acknowledged internal disagreements but declined to comment on defection
- The crisis could reshape Kano’s political landscape ahead of future elections
- Yusuf’s move, if confirmed, would mark a major shift in the NNPP’s strongest stronghold
Sources: Channels
