January 26, 2026

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NNPP Condemns Abba Yusuf’s Defection, Calls It ‘Historic Betrayal’

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The New Nigeria Peoples Party has condemned the defection of Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing his exit as a “historic betrayal” of the party and the Kwankwasiyya movement. The party accused Yusuf of abandoning the mandate that brought him to power, warning that his decision could weaken party cohesion as political realignments continue in Kano State....

Kwankwaso Declares January 23 ‘World Betrayal Day’ After Abba Yusuf’s NNPP Exit

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Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, national leader of the NNPP, has declared January 23 as “World Betrayal Day” following Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s resignation from the party. The declaration, made during an address to supporters in Kano, underscores growing internal divisions within the Kwankwasiyya movement and highlights deepening political tensions after Yusuf’s planned defection....

Abba Yusuf Fires Political Adviser as Kano Power Blocs Realign After NNPP Exit

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Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has dismissed his political adviser barely 24 hours after resigning from the NNPP, signalling a major political realignment in the state. The move comes amid mass defections of lawmakers and council chairmen, deepening tensions within the Kwankwasiyya movement and reshaping Kano’s political landscape ahead of 2027....

Kwankwaso Says “I’m Not for Sale” Amid NNPP Defections and Political Uncertainty

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Former presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has reaffirmed his political convictions, declaring that he will not compromise his principles for personal gain amid defections from the NNPP. Speaking to supporters in Kano, the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement urged early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections, stressing loyalty to ideology over political expediency....

Kano Government Denies ₦6.5bn Diversion Allegation

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The Kano State Government has dismissed allegations that aides to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf diverted ₦6.5bn in state funds. Officials described the claims, now before the Federal High Court, as “politically motivated falsehoods,” accusing opposition groups of orchestrating smear campaigns to destabilise the administration....

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