President Bola Tinubu is set to meet former presidential candidate and ex-Kano Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, amid reports that Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is preparing to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The meeting is expected to hold today (Tuesday), according to sources familiar with the development, and is aimed at discussing political realignment in Kano State ahead of the 2027 elections.
KEY DETAILS
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The development was confirmed to Politics Digest by an insider in Kano politics.
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Governor Abba Yusuf reportedly held a closed-door meeting with President Tinubu on Monday, though official statements from the governor’s office did not address the defection.
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Kano APC Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, hinted that Governor Yusuf’s defection could occur by Wednesday.
KWANKWASO’S ROLE
Rabiu Kwankwaso, a leading critic of APC and President Tinubu, has historically cautioned against Governor Yusuf’s defection.
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In recent weeks, his stance has appeared to soften.
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He has indicated a willingness to consider joining the ruling party if certain conditions are met.
The upcoming meeting will likely address national stability, political cooperation, and alignment of forces ahead of the next general elections.
POLITICAL CONTEXT
The discussions signal:
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APC’s effort to consolidate political influence in Kano State
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Preparation for 2027 electoral strategies
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Potential reshaping of northern political alliances
A senior APC leader from the North-West told Politics Digest:
“The President is keen on broadening his political base. The meeting is expected this evening, and discussions will likely focus on national stability, political cooperation, and the future alignment of forces ahead of 2027.”
