Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to protect the broader interests of the people of Kano State.
This was conveyed in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday.
According to the statement, the governor communicated his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi
Ward of the NNPP in Gwale Local Government Area, informing the party of his withdrawal from its membership with effect from Friday, January 23, 2026.
“I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party,” the governor stated in the letter.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the NNPP for providing him with a political platform and support during his engagement with the party.
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“I remain sincerely appreciative of the opportunity given to me by the party, its leadership, and members across Kano State to be part of its political journey since 2022, as well as the support, goodwill, and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party,” he said.
The governor attributed his decision to persistent internal disputes and ongoing legal battles that have continued to destabilise the party at both state and national levels.
“In recent times, the party has been confronted with persistent internal challenges arising from leadership disagreements and ongoing legal processes, many of which are presently before the courts for judicial determination,” he noted.
He added that the unresolved crises had widened divisions within the party and weakened its cohesion.
“The growing disenfranchisement among party members has created deep divisions within the party structure, resulting in cracks that appear increasingly irreconcilable and have generated uncertainty at both state and national levels,” the statement read.
Governor Yusuf said his resignation followed careful reflection and was guided solely by considerations of public interest.
“After careful reflection, and without prejudice to the party’s capacity to resolve its internal challenges, I have come to the conclusion that my resignation is in the best interest of the people of Kano State,” he said.
He stressed that the decision was taken in good faith and without bitterness, reaffirming his commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.
The statement further disclosed that the governor’s resignation was accompanied by that of 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives, and all the 44 local government chairmen in the state.
The resignation letter was acknowledged by the Secretary of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon. Kabiru Zubairu, who commended the governor for what he described as laudable achievements in infrastructure development, urban renewal, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.
“I concur with His Excellency on the lingering crisis in our party. Though efforts are ongoing to manage the situation, we have no option but to accept the resignation of one of the most performing governors produced by the NNPP,” Zubairu said.