The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has threatened to resign his appointment in protest against any possible re-election of the current APC state chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, for a record 4th term.
Ata, who made this statement at a press conference in Kano on Monday – yesterday, February 24 – said he would not only resign from his ministerial role but also from the party.
“This is my position to this day. We oppose the reinstatement of the current APC leadership in Kano, given what happened in the last election.
“We will not accept this situation again. If the leadership remains, I will resign from my ministerial post and leave APC.
Ata emphasised his strong moral values and respect for elders, noting, “We will not compromise our values.”
He expressed concerns over the party leadership’s statements, which he believed contributed to the party’s failure in 2023.
“We must engage individuals of integrity to gain the trust of Kano citizens,” Ata stressed.
“Votes and money do not grant power; only God bestows authority,” he stated, urging politicians from all parties to promote peace, respect each other, and follow the rules.
There has been a running leadership crisis in Kano APC following an alleged plan by the national leadership of the party to get the current State Chairman, Abdullahi re-elected for a record 4th term.
