Political indications suggest that discussions surrounding a possible defection of Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) have gained momentum following a high-level meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Multiple political sources disclosed that the closed-door meeting, held amid rising speculation over the governor’s political future, focused on resolving lingering concerns linked to party alignment and long-term political stability ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Although no official statement has been released by either party, insiders within the APC confirmed that President Tinubu’s intervention has significantly reduced earlier uncertainties that reportedly slowed negotiations between the governor and the ruling party.
A senior APC source in the North-West told Politics Digest that the meeting addressed key issues surrounding internal party harmony in Kano State, including concerns over political accommodation and consensus-building within the APC structure.
According to the source, Governor Yusuf was advised to intensify consultations with major party stakeholders in Kano rather than rely solely on federal-level assurances, in order to prevent internal discord within the party.
Read Also:
The Ganduje Equation: How Kano’s Power Map Leaves Governor Yusuf with Few Options
“The emphasis was on political tact and stakeholder engagement,” the source said. “The President encouraged the governor to strengthen internal alliances while ensuring stability within the party ahead of 2027.”
Political analysts note that APC power blocs in Kano, including interests aligned with the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, remain influential in shaping the outcome of the ongoing discussions.
The renewed momentum follows weeks of political uncertainty, during which negotiations were reportedly stalled over the absence of firm guarantees regarding the governor’s future political ambitions.
Observers believe the Abuja meeting may represent a critical turning point that could culminate in a formal announcement, potentially reshaping Kano’s political configuration and altering party dynamics across the North-West.
However, the evolving situation continues to cast uncertainty over the political relationship between Governor Yusuf and his long-time mentor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, amid reports that the former Kano governor may be exploring alternative political platforms.
As consultations continue, political stakeholders within and outside Kano State are closely monitoring developments that could significantly influence the balance of power ahead of the 2027 elections.