Sacked Commissioner Defects, Vows To Stop Governor’s Re-Election

Former Commissioner for Rural and Community Development in Kano State, Abbas Sani Abbas, who was sacked by Governor Abba Yusuf, has defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Former Commissioner for Rural and Community Development in Kano State, Abbas Sani Abbas, has defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), joining the growing list of politicians leaving the NNPP. He made the announcement during a visit to the Kano residence of Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, on Friday night.

This defection is part of a larger trend, with hundreds of NNPP leaders from across Kano State’s 44 local government areas leaving the party, along with thousands of their supporters. The mass movement, referred to as the ‘Barau Tsunami,’ saw many former NNPP members discard the red caps, a symbol of the Kwankwsiyya movement, in favor of the APC.

The wave of defections follows calls from certain NNPP leaders for Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf to take a firmer stance on governance. Last month, this led to the dismissal of Abdullahi Bichi, the Secretary to the State Government, and five commissioners, including Abbas.

During his visit to Senator Barau’s home, Abbas expressed his commitment to APC and promised to work toward the party’s success not only in Kano but also across the country. He was warmly received by Senator Barau, Prince Abdullahi Abbas, the APC Chairman in Kano State, and other key party figures.

Senator Barau assured Abbas, known for his grassroots mobilization efforts, that the APC remains dedicated to creating a better future for the people of Kano and Nigeria. He highlighted that the party is big enough to accommodate everyone who shares its vision of good governance, inclusivity, and service to the people.

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