By Maikudi Muhammad Marafa
A political group loyal to former Kano State Deputy Governor, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has paid a solidarity visit to the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and his Deputy, Comrade Murtala Sule Garo, ahead of its planned defection from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House Kano, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
The delegation was led by a close associate of the former Deputy Governor, Hon. Muhammad Badaru Umar, and included prominent members of the NDC such as Hon. Ali Datti Yako, NDC Vice Chairman, Kano State; Hon. Mansur Isa Gawuna; Hon. Uba Tanko Mijinyawa (Uba Danzainab); Hon. Aminu Umar Faruk; Hon. Sani Jibrin; Hon. Salisu Muhammad; Hon. Musa Sani Indabo; Hon. Muhammad Kabir Bala; Hon. Hassan Abba Abdullahi; and Comrade Abdurrahman Muhammad.
Speaking during the visit, Hon. Muhammad Badaru Umar said the delegation’s decision to meet Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his Deputy was motivated by its shared commitment to the unity, development, and continued progress of Kano State.
According to him, the visit formed part of ongoing consultations aimed at fostering collaboration and contributing positively to the growth and stability of the state.
Also speaking, Hon. Ali Datti Yako commended the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, noting that the Governor’s developmental efforts and commitment to improving the lives of the people were widely acknowledged across the state.
The delegation reaffirmed its solidarity with Governor Yusuf and Deputy Governor Murtala Sule Garo, pledging continued support for initiatives that promote peace, unity, and sustainable development in Kano State.
The visit comes amid ongoing political realignments in Kano State ahead of the 2027 general elections, with several political leaders and groups reassessing their affiliations. The anticipated return of members of Gawuna’s political camp to the APC is expected to further strengthen the party’s political structure as preparations for the elections gather momentum.
Gawuna’s decamping appears to have been driven more by political emotion than by a carefully calculated strategic decision. In politics, alliances built on sentiment rather than genuine ideological or strategic alignment rarely stand the test of time.
Given the circumstances, it would not be surprising if those behind the decision eventually reconsider their position and reverse course. Political calculations change, interests evolve, and today’s alliance can easily become tomorrow’s disagreement.