Gov. Yusuf resigns NNPP membership as Kano Political Realignment Deepens
Story by Jameel Lawan Yakasai
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises within the party and the need to protect the broader interests of the people of Kano State.
The development was disclosed in a statement signed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday.
Governor Yusuf, in a resignation letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, in Gwale Local Government Area, officially communicated his decision to withdraw from the party with effect from Friday, 23 January 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, with effect from Friday, 23 January 2026,” the letter read.
The Governor expressed appreciation to the party for providing him with a political platform and for the support he received throughout his engagement with the NNPP.
“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 stated.
Governor Yusuf attributed his decision to persistent internal disputes and legal challenges that have continued to destabilize the party’s structure at both state and national levels.
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“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.
According to the Governor, the unresolved disagreements have widened divisions and weakened cohesion within the party.
“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,” he added.
Governor Yusuf explained that his decision followed careful reflection and was guided solely by public interest considerations.
“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 emphasized that the decision was taken in good faith and without bitterness.
“This decision is taken in good faith, without any ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.”
The Governor’s resignation was accompanied by the exit of 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives, and 44 Local Government Chairmen across the state.
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Acknowledging the resignation, the Secretary of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon. Kabiru Zubairu, commended Governor Yusuf for his achievements in infrastructure development, urban renewal, health, education, and economic empowerment.
“I concur with His Excellency on the lingering crisis in our party. Although 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,” he stated
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