Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has officially resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing escalating internal conflicts within the party and the need to safeguard the wider interests of Kano residents.
The governor announced his decision in a letter to the NNPP Chairman of Diso–Chiranchi Ward, Gwale Local Government Area, stating that his resignation will take effect on Sunday.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature on Friday, Governor Yusuf explained that 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.”
According to him, “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, therefore, noted that the decision followed careful reflection and was guided strictly 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,” the governor said, adding that the move was taken “in good faith and without ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.”
“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 Sunday, 25 January 2026,” the letter read.
Governor Yusuf thanked the NNPP leadership and members for their backing throughout his political 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 support, goodwill, and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party,” he said.