Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing persistent internal crises and the need to protect the overall interest and stability of Kano State.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano.
According to the statement, Governor Yusuf conveyed his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, Gwale Local Government Area, officially withdrawing his membership of the party with effect from Friday, 23rd 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, 23rd January, 2026,”the Governor stated.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the NNPP for providing him a political platform and for the support he received throughout his engagement with the party.
“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 goodwill and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party,” he said.
The Governor, however, pointed to prolonged internal disputes, leadership disagreements, and ongoing legal battles that have continued to destabilize the party’s structure across the country.
“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 crises have led to growing disenfranchisement and widening divisions within the party, weakening cohesion at both state and national levels.
“These developments have resulted in deep divisions within the party structure, creating cracks that appear increasingly irreconcilable and generating uncertainty across the party,” the Governor explained.
Governor Yusuf emphasized that his decision followed careful reflection and was guided solely by the interest of the people of Kano State.
“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 stated.
He stressed that the decision was taken in good faith and without bitterness.
“This decision is taken without any ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State,” he added.
The Governor’s resignation is coming alongside that of 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, 8 members of the House of Representatives, and 44 Local Government Chairmen across the state.
The resignation letter was acknowledged by the Secretary of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon. Kabiru Zubairu, who commended Governor Yusuf for his outstanding performance in governance.
“I concur with His Excellency on the lingering crisis in our party. Though efforts are being made to contain it, we have no option than to accept the resignation of one of the most performing governors produced by the NNPP,” he said, praising the Governor’s achievements in infrastructure, urban renewal, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.
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