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<p>By Dr. Mukhtar Bello Maisudan</p><div class="3dg3IQH7" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>President Kano State Scholars’ Assembly<br />
In the timeless words of Sir Winston Churchill, &#8220;Politics is not a game. It is an earnest business.&#8221; Yet, embedded in this earnestness is the fluidity of alliances, the pursuit of progress, and the unyielding quest for what benefits the people. Churchill, a wise statesman whose insights have endured through eras of turmoil, reminds us that politics transcends rigid ideologies or personal loyalties—it&#8217;s about delivering tangible results. This reflection rings particularly true in the dynamic landscape of Nigerian politics, where adaptability often spells the difference between stagnation and advancement. Today, as we turn our gaze to Kano State, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf&#8217;s decision to rejoin the All Progressives Congress (APC) exemplifies this wisdom, marking a pragmatic step toward unity, stability, and accelerated development for the people of Kano.<br />
Kano, the commercial heartbeat of Northern Nigeria, has long been a theater of intense political drama. From the era of colonial influences to the post-independence struggles, its politics have been shaped by charismatic leaders, shifting party loyalties, and the ever-present tension between state ambitions and federal realities. In recent years, the state has witnessed a whirlwind of changes: the 2023 gubernatorial election, fraught with legal battles and recounts, ultimately installed Yusuf under the banner of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), backed by his mentor, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Yet, governance in a federation like Nigeria demands more than electoral victories—it requires alignment with the center to unlock resources, foster collaboration, and drive socio-economic growth. Yusuf&#8217;s move to APC on January 26, 2026, is not a betrayal of principles but a calculated realignment that prioritizes Kano&#8217;s future over partisan rigidity.<br />
Critics, including voices from the NNPP, have decried this as a &#8220;betrayal,&#8221; pointing to the Kwankwasiyya movement&#8217;s role in Yusuf&#8217;s rise and the electorate&#8217;s mandate against the previous APC administration under Abdullahi Ganduje. They argue it undermines the trust of those who voted for change after years of perceived misgovernance. But let&#8217;s apply Churchill&#8217;s lens here: Politics is earnest business, not a static allegiance. Yusuf&#8217;s defection comes amid internal NNPP crises and the practical challenges of governing an opposition state in a nation where the APC holds federal sway. By rejoining a party he was once part of in 2014—when he even conceded a senatorial ticket to Kwankwaso—Yusuf is signaling a return to a &#8220;familiar and structured platform for progressive governance.&#8221; This isn&#8217;t opportunism; it&#8217;s statesmanship. Aligning Kano with the ruling party opens doors to federal support, infrastructure projects, and economic initiatives that could transform the state&#8217;s fortunes.<br />
Consider the potential dividends: Enhanced collaboration with President Bola Tinubu&#8217;s administration could mean more funding for Kano&#8217;s agricultural hubs, improved healthcare, and bolstered security in a region plagued by banditry. Yusuf himself has emphasized &#8220;national cohesion and development&#8221; as key drivers, echoing the need for unity in a divided political era.</p>
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<p>With 21 state assembly members, and 44 local government chairmen following suit, this mass defection consolidates power, reduces legislative gridlock, and positions Yusuf as the APC&#8217;s frontrunner for 2027—ensuring continuity in his developmental agenda. In a state where poverty alleviation and youth empowerment are pressing, such stability is invaluable.<br />
Of course, politics isn&#8217;t without its ironies. Yusuf&#8217;s move has drawn endorsements from former rivals like Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, who see it as a pathway to &#8220;stronger collaboration and accelerated socio-economic development.&#8221; This underscores another wise truism: In politics, there are no permanent enemies, only permanent interests. Kano&#8217;s interests—jobs, education, and prosperity—outweigh any lingering grudges. As the APC now controls 29 of Nigeria&#8217;s 36 states, Yusuf&#8217;s decision places Kano firmly in the national mainstream, avoiding the isolation that has hampered other opposition-led states.<br />
In reflecting on what a wise man like Churchill would say, we&#8217;d do well to remember that effective leadership demands flexibility. Governor Yusuf&#8217;s return to APC is a bold, forward-thinking choice that deserves applause, not condemnation. It reflects the maturity of a leader who puts his people first, navigating the earnest business of politics with an eye on lasting progress. For Kano, this could herald a new chapter of unity and growth—proving once again that in the game of governance, wisdom prevails over dogma.</p>
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