Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Joins APC
Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported Feb 16, 2026 · Last updated Feb 18, 2026
The defection of Abba Kabir Yusuf to the Nigeria===All Progressives Congress (APC) is expected to bring increased federal support and investment to Nigeria===Kano State, potentially boosting its economy and infrastructure. The N8 billion relief fund for the Singer Market fire victims will also provide immediate economic relief to affected traders.
Nigeria===Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf officially defected from the Nigeria===New Nigeria People s Party (NNPP) to the ruling Nigeria===All Progressives Congress (APC) during a grand reception. This move was welcomed by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Bola Tinubu, and other prominent APC figures including the Deputy President of the Senate Barau Jibrin, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda, and Progressive Governors' Forum Chairman Hope Uzodimma. The defection is seen as strengthening the APC's position in Nigeria===Kano State and aligning the state more closely with the Federal Government, promising increased federal infrastructure and social investments. Concurrently, the Federal Government approved N5 billion, and APC governors donated N3 billion, totaling N8 billion, as an intervention fund for traders affected by a fire outbreak at the popular Singer Market in Kano. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced these donations during a condolence visit to the market, assuring swift recovery efforts.
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