Kano Gov's APC Defection Gains Majority Support
Governor Abba Yusuf wins over most officials ahead of his move to APC, splitting the Kwankwasiyya movement. Kwankwaso opens a 'loyalty register' for NNPP loyalists. Read the full political drama.
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Kwara APC Begins E-Registration, Governor Calls for Inclusion
Kwara State APC launches electronic membership registration. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq leads the exercise, urging officials to ensure an inclusive process for all.
Kano Gov Yusuf's APC Defection Plan 'Irreversible'
Governor Abba Yusuf's planned move from NNPP to APC is final, sources confirm. The defection includes most lawmakers and LG chairmen, reshaping Kano's political landscape. Read the full details.
Tinubu Hails Kano Governor Abba Yusuf on 63rd Birthday
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on his 63rd birthday, praising his integrity and commitment to grassroots development. Read the full message.
Tinubu Hails Kano Gov Abba Yusuf on 63rd Birthday
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on his 63rd birthday, praising his integrity, humility, and commitment to grassroots development. Read the full message.
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf, Kwankwaso Fall Out After 40 Years
Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his mentor Rabiu Kwankwaso are in a major political rift. The crisis, fueled by a rumoured defection to the APC, is shaking the NNPP and Kano politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.
Kwankwaso Sets Conditions for Joining APC, Others
NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso states he will only defect to another party if offered the presidential or vice-presidential ticket for the 2027 elections. He also criticises Governor Abba Yusuf's planned move to APC.
Adekunle Aderibigbe resigns from NNPP, cites new path
Adekunle Razaq Aderibigbe, NNPP's 2023 candidate for Ikorodu, resigns from the party. He aims to contribute to Nigeria's development through policy research and governance reform outside partisan politics. Read his full statement.
Kwankwaso tells Kano's Yusuf to resign if joining APC
Rabiu Kwankwaso demands Governor Abba Yusuf step down if defecting from NNPP to APC. The political rift threatens the party's sole stronghold ahead of 2027. Read the full details.
Kwankwaso, Kwankwasiyya Deny Defection to APC, ADC
Rabiu Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiyya Movement have firmly denied plans to defect from the NNPP. This comes amid swirling rumours about Governor Abba Yusuf's potential move to the APC. Read the full details.
Court Affirms Suspension of NNPP Kano Chairman Dungurawa
Kano High Court affirms Hashimu Dungurawa's suspension as NNPP chairman. New acting chairman appointed amid national party's rejection of the move. Read the full details of the deepening Kwankwasiyya crisis.
Kwankwaso Reacts to Gov Yusuf's APC Defection Rumour
NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso issues a stern warning to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and others contemplating defection to APC, citing history of political setbacks for betrayers.
APC Invites Kano Governor Abba Yusuf to Join Party
Kano APC, led by Abdullahi Ganduje, invites Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to defect. The move sparks reactions and highlights deep political divisions. Read details and public opinions here.
NNPP Crisis Deepens as Kano Ward Expels State Chairman
The NNPP in Kano faces fresh turmoil as Gargari Ward executives expel State Chairman Hashimu Dungurawa for alleged division, unpaid dues, and abuse of Governor Abba Yusuf. Full details inside.
NNPP Expels Kwankwaso-backed Kano Chairman
Kano NNPP chairman Hashim Dungurawa expelled for opposing Governor Yusuf's APC defection. Party ward executives cite division and unpaid dues. Full details inside.
Kano Gov's APC Defection Throws Kwankwaso Camp into Confusion
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's planned defection from NNPP to APC has thrown Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso's Kwankwasiyya Movement into confusion, reshaping Kano's political landscape ahead of 2027. Read more.
NNPP Disowns Kano Gov Yusuf, Denies Kwankwaso Joining APC
The NNPP has disowned Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's planned move to the APC, affirming Kwankwaso's loyalty. Get the latest on the political realignment and potential deputy governor pick.
Kwankwaso in Emergency Talks as Kano Governor Plots APC Move
NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso holds crisis meetings to stop Governor Abba Yusuf's defection to APC. Kano party chairman warns of betrayal, while internal divisions deepen. Full details inside.
NNPP in Crisis Over Kano Governor's Alleged APC Defection
Political tension grips Kano as Governor Abba Yusuf's rumoured move to APC is opposed by NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso, triggering internal party crisis. Read the full details.
NNPP Pleads With Kano Governor to Remain in Party
The NNPP in Kano appeals to Governor Abba Yusuf to abandon any defection plans to the APC. Party leaders cite the 2023 mandate and vow to resolve internal rifts.
NNPP: Gov Yusuf's APC defection plan is betrayal
The NNPP has disowned Kano Governor Abba Yusuf's plan to join the APC, calling it a betrayal. The party reaffirms loyalty to Rabiu Kwankwaso. Read the full story.
Kwankwasiyya in Turmoil as Gov Yusuf Eyes APC
Political crisis hits the Kwankwasiyya movement as Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf prepares to defect to the APC for a second term bid, causing a major rift with his godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Read the full details.
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf to Defect from NNPP to APC
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is finalizing plans to defect from the NNPP to the ruling APC in January 2026, ending his long alliance with Rabiu Kwankwaso and reshaping the state's politics. Get the full details.
Kano Governor Plots Defection from NNPP to APC
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is reportedly finalising plans to defect from the NNPP to the ruling APC, a major political shift ahead of 2027. Grassroots leaders publicly back the move.
Buni Emerges APC Conflict Resolution Committee Chair
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has been appointed Chairman of the APC's new Conflict Resolution, Strategy and Mobilisation Committee. Discover the committee's mandate and members.
Kano Buries Two State Lawmakers, Governor Yusuf Mourns
Kano State is in mourning as two NNPP lawmakers, Hon. Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo and Hon. Aliyu Sarki Daneji, were buried. Governor Abba Yusuf and NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso paid their last respects. Read more about the tragic losses.
Tinubu Forms Committee to Stop APC Crisis Ahead of 2027
President Bola Tinubu inaugurates a strategy and conflict resolution committee to unify the APC and prevent internal crises ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Mai Mala Buni chairs the team.
Kano Assembly Mourns Two Lawmakers Who Died Hours Apart
Kano State House of Assembly plunged into mourning as lawmakers Aminu Sa’adu Ungogo and Aliyu Yusuf Daneji died within hours on Wednesday. Learn about their lives and legacies.
NNPP re-elects Ajuji Ahmed as national chairman
The New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) has re-elected Dr. Ajuji Ahmed as its National Chairman unopposed. The party's convention in Abuja also saw the return of other national officials, with a focus on victory in the 2027 elections.
APC Schedules National Convention for March 2026
Nigeria's ruling APC has released its timetable for congresses leading to the March 2026 National Convention. Get all key dates and details on the party's internal election process.
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