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Abba Kabir Yusuf : The Next Governor Kano Deserves
Hisham Habib
Democracy is just about numbers and that translates to the manifestations of popular view over suppressive manipulation.
The 2023 general election draws closer and Kano people would go to the polls as with other states to vote for candidates for the various positions contested for at the national and states level.
The NNPP gubernatorial candidate in Kano Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf has endeared the hearts of more eligible voters than all other candidates and it is no longer news that he is poised to win the election with a resounding victory.
This is substantiated by opinion views gathered in the state by outstanding radio stations social media platforms including Freedom Radio and Aminci FM.
The enthusiasm by women and children whenever Abba comes out tells you more of the preferential signals coming from the owners of the mandate themselves.
It is pertinent to also note that as a candidate with diverse experience in governance and community development he stands out in his plans for a greater Kano.
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His Marshall plan on education which is a scion from what Engineer Rabiu Kwankwaso did in the state will accelerate development of that crucial sector when given the mandate and will restore the crippled system the present administration had made to efforts by governor Kwankwaso in 2015.
The healthcare sector should expect a robust intervention when NNPP comes on board as it is a personal priority of Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf to rejuvenate the hospital management in the state for a more prudent and efficient services using the most up to date facilities and the abundant manpower we are underutilizing.
Kano s position as a center of commercial activities will positively transform into a global hub considering the prominence Abba will give to the promotion of business, his meticulous approach will revitilize the business sector making it attractive to investors within the continent and globally.
The agitation by the citizens for a change from a bastardized system where nepotism and gross misconduct prevail to a disciplined and consistent government,will usher in competent and Target driven hands that would help the administration of NNPP in Kano project the local government administration to greater heights.
Gone will be the days when resources meant for developmental works will be diverted to selfish hands and the government officials will be accountable to all transactions in line with global best practices.
Not only will the NNPP government under Abba Kabir cater for the citizens well being it will also prioritize the promotion of agriculture being the occupation of many people in therural parts of the state,through tangibel programs that can be seen and utilized covering the accessibility of inputs by the farmers and the enhancement of modern skills in the sector.
The good story is that the candidate palms to encompass urban renewal policies, environmenal protection measures and the special consideration to issues like security,welfare and disability rightsamong others.
When he finally unveils a trustworthy blueprint and launch a carefully coordinated campaign the good people will be smiling in March when the y go to the polls knowing fully well the fruits in the basket will be their choice.
Hisham Habib is of the Media and Strategic Communication unit Abba Kabir Yusuf Campaign office
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El-Rufai’s Bail Hearing Adjourned to Wednesday as Security Tightens Around Kaduna Court
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has adjourned the bail hearing for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai until Wednesday, March 31. Justice Rilwanu scheduled the new date after hearing arguments from both the defense and prosecution.
El-Rufai was arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on a 10-count charge involving the alleged conversion of public property and money laundering. The former governor pleaded not guilty to all charges.
In a separate case, El-Rufai also appeared before a Kaduna State High Court on charges of abuse of office, fraud, and intent to commit fraud. The ICPC filed charge number KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26 against him and one other defendant, Amadu Sule, from the Kaduna State Development Agency (LEDA).
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, El-Rufai arrived at the Federal High Court premises at approximately 9:40 a.m. in the company of ICPC officers.
Security was heightened across the Kaduna metropolis ahead of the proceedings. Armed personnel from the police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Kaduna State Vigilance Service were deployed to strategic locations. Access to the court was restricted to accredited journalists and court officials, though media representatives were barred from entering the courtroom to cover the proceedings.
Counsel for El-Rufai, Abdul Adamu, declined to comment after the session, stating only that the case “has been adjourned till tomorrow.”
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El-Rufai Taken Back To Custody
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
The ICPC and DSS operatives, after the court session on Tuesday, 31 March, have taken Mallam Nasir El-Rufai with them to Abuja, a move which has raised questions about the status of his administrative bail.
The journey to Abuja followed his appearance at the Federal High Court, Kaduna, which was scheduled to hear his application for bail. The court adjourned to tomorrow, 1 April 2026, after the prosecution said it had just filed its counter affidavit.
He had been released on administrative bail on Friday following the death of his mother. Sources say that he was granted bail for 14 days. He hosted the fidau prayers for his mother yesterday in Abuja before proceeding to Kaduna for today’s court sessions. The latest development indicates that the bail has been revoked.
Mallam El-Rufai has first appeared this morning at the Kaduna State High Court. The absence of the second defendant stalled the hearing which was then adjourned to 10 April 2026.
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Eight Kano Rep Members Abandon NNPP for APC
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
In a dramatic political realignment, eight members of the House of Representatives from Kano State formally defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday.
The mass defection, which signals a significant shift in the political dynamics of Nigeria’s most populous state, was announced during plenary at the Green Chamber. The move represents a major blow to the NNPP, which controls the Kano State Government House, and a substantial boost for the APC as it consolidates its federal influence.
The announcement drew a high-profile audience, underscoring the political weight of the development. Among those present to witness the defection were Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, a prominent figure in the NNPP; Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin; and former Kano governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who now serves as a national leader of the APC. Their presence highlighted the escalating political contest for control and influence in the state.
Political analysts view the defection as a major realignment ahead of future electoral contests. For the APC, the addition of eight federal lawmakers strengthens its numerical standing in the House and deepens its foothold in a state where the NNPP had mounted a formidable challenge in the 2023 elections.
The lawmakers have yet to publicly detail their reasons for leaving the NNPP, but the coordinated switch points to intensifying factional battles and strategic maneuvering within Kano’s political landscape. The development is expected to further polarize the state’s political environment as both parties position themselves for the next electoral cycle.
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