Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said his decision to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) was driven by the need to strategically align the state with the centre of national governance in order to accelerate development. Yusuf made the remarks while addressing a mammoth crowd at the 2026 Grand Rally held at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Monday.
The governor’s position was disclosed in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, who said the move was guided by long-term developmental considerations rather than political expediency. According to Yusuf, Kano is too large and strategically important to remain politically disconnected from the Federal Government.
“It is about placing Kano in a position where it can fully participate in national development and secure a better future for its citizens,” the governor said, stressing that the decision was not about personal ambition but about his responsibility to the people of the state. He emphasised that Kano must actively engage in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, noting that the President’s reforms require serious governance and diligent implementation to yield tangible benefits for Nigerians.
“With the support of our great party and the cooperation of the Federal Government, Kano State is better positioned to move forward with confidence and stability,” he added. The rally drew thousands of party faithful and supporters, marking a significant political moment in the state as it repositions itself within the national political landscape.
