General Elections 2027: Abba Kabir Yusuf Traverses to Victory

By Mustapha Muhammad

As the 2027 general elections draw nearer, the signals indicating a victorious path for Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf’s second-term bid as Executive Governor of Kano State become clearer by the day. The road—once fraught with political obstacles, conflicts, and challenges—is rapidly being cleared. Victory is well within sight and increasingly assured, God willing. 

The foundation for Governor Yusuf’s political momentum stems from his administration's strong performance, astute political maneuvering, successful consensus-building during party primaries, and proactive reconciliation efforts. By uniting key political figures across Kano’s Southern, Northern, and Central Senatorial Districts under one umbrella—coupled with the declining influence of the Kwankwasiyya movement following widespread defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC)—Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has positioned himself firmly ahead of the curve for the upcoming election.

He stands out among contenders for the Kano governorship. His political resilience and strategic departure from the troubled waters of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) demonstrate a leader capable of steering through complex political battles toward victory.

Below are the key factors driving Governor Yusuf’s momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Transformative Governance & Administrative Scorecard

Over the past three years, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has delivered people-oriented projects and policies that directly improve the lives of Kano residents across critical sectors:

1. Educational Revitalization

Historical Budgetary Allocation: Funding for education rose steadily from 29.5% in 2024 to 30.5% in 2025, reaching 31.5% in 2026 out of a total state budget exceeding ₦1.47 trillion.

Massive Recruitment: Nearly 20,000 new teachers, including personnel under the Kano State Better Education for All (BESDA) initiative, were recruited to address critical classroom shortages.

Infrastructure Upgrades: Across all 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs), nearly 400 schools have undergone complete renovation, alongside ongoing new constructions.

Academic Excellence: Kano State led national performance rankings in the NECO examinations in 2025 and 2026. In 2026, Kano produced 74,413 candidates obtaining at least five credits (including English and Mathematics), surpassing Lagos (72,496) and Oyo (55,543).

2. Healthcare Modernization & Pension Delivery

Primary Healthcare Overhaul: More than 340 primary health centers across the 44 LGAs have been renovated.

Hospital Expansion: At least 10 new General Hospitals have been constructed in underserved LGAs, with six additional facilities underway to ensure every LGA has a dedicated General Hospital.

Modern Equipment: Health facilities have been equipped with CT scanners, dialysis units, ultrasound machines, and automated laboratory analyzers.

Pension Backlog Settlement: Of an inherited ₦48 billion pension and gratuity backlog, the administration has successfully disbursed over ₦32 billion to retirees.

3. Agricultural Development & Rural Infrastructure

Farm Mechanization & Subsidies: The state procured 98 tractors and 48 combine harvesters while rolling out a 50% fertilizer subsidy program across all LGAs.

Irrigation Expansion: Rehabilitation of the Watari Irrigation Scheme expanded coverage by 1,000 hectares to boost year-round farming.

Road Networks & Urban Renewal: 18 out of 34 planned 5km rural road projects have been completed with solar streetlights. Additionally, 12 out of 24 urban renewal road projects (~76 km) have been delivered.

Bridge Reconstruction: The Kubaraci-Kura Bridge was restored, reopening key economic and transport corridors.

4. Empowerment & Skill Acquisition

Social Safety Nets: Monthly stipends of ₦50,000 are provided to 5,200 women, alongside ₦150,000 grants distributed to youth across the state.

Entrepreneurship: 26 technical and entrepreneurship institutes have been revitalized to provide practical vocational training.

Political Realignment & Party Unity

Governor Yusuf demonstrated political foresight by transitioning to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

His decision was apt and timely with future vision. Moreover, the decamping of Kwankwasiyya from NNPP vindicated him. 

This realignment protected his electoral mandate and spared his supporters the legal and organizational uncertainties that beset other political movements in the region.

Furthermore, as state party leader, Governor Yusuf successfully managed the consensus process during the party primaries, ensuring a cohesive "no victor, no vanquished" outcome. His ongoing reconciliation drives have consolidated political gladiators across Kano’s three senatorial zones, securing a unified political front ahead of the 2027 polls.

No doubt, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf The Executive Governor of Kano State traverses to victory come 2027 General elections. 

Mustapha Muhammad is the Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. He writes from Kano.

Governor Yusuf Charges 27 Special Advisers on Loyalty, Commitment Ahead of 2027

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has charged the newly appointed 27 Special Advisers to demonstrate loyalty, commitment and steadfastness in the discharge of their responsibilities.

According to the statement by the Director General Media and Publicity Government House Kano, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Governor urged them to support the administration in achieving the objectives of the Kano First Agenda and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Governor Yusuf gave the charge on Thursday during the swearing-in of the appointees at the 41st Executive Council Meeting held at the Government House, Abuja.

The Governor said 21 of the appointees were newly appointed, while six were reappointed after resigning from their positions to pursue political ambitions.

He said the reappointed advisers retained their portfolios based on their performance and contributions to the administration.

The reappointed officials are Hon. Gambo Sallau, Musa Ado Tsamiya, Dr. Danyaro Yakasai, Usman Bala Muhammad, Danladi Karfi and Umar Musa Gama.

Governor Yusuf said the 21 new appointees were selected based on merit, proven track records and commitment to the objectives of his administration.

The new appointees include Bello Nuhu Bello, Yahuza Adamu Yankaba, Ahmad Muhammad Aruwa, Buhari Sule Kura, Mustapha Buhari Bakwana, Hajiya Aisha Tamburawa, Abdulkadir Auwalu, Alawiyya Farouk and Ibrahim Hamisu Rimi.

Others are Ahmad Tijani Musa, Nasir Abdullahi Karaye, Mustapha Abdullahi Rabiu, Engr. Abdullahi Kutama, Hon. Ado Rabiu, Barr. Munir Dahiru Rimin Gado, Engr. Magaji Lambu, Muhammad Bashir Baffa, Auwalu Ibrahim Danzabuwa, Bello Lawan Bello, Abdulsamiu Tiamiu and Arc. Hauwa Hassan.

Governor Yusuf congratulated the appointees and urged them to give their best in the service of the people of Kano State.

Speaking on behalf of the appointees, Engr. Abdullahi Kutama and Arc. Hauwa Hassan assured the Governor of their commitment to their responsibilities.

The inauguration was witnessed by former Deputy Governor Abdullahi Gwarzo, former Secretary to the State Government Rabiu Sulaiman Bichi, and the Managing Director of the Hadejia-Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, among others.

Governor Yusuf: Effective publicity of Tinubu’s achievements will win Northerners’ support for 2027

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said adequate publicity and public enlightenment on the programmes and achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration will convince Nigerians, particularly Northerners, to support and campaign for the President’s re-election in 2027.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday.

Governor Yusuf stated this on Thursday when members of Triple R Kannyhood paid a solidarity visit to the Government House, Kano.

He said the emergence of Triple R Kannyhood would strengthen publicity and public enlightenment on the policies, programmes and achievements of the Tinubu administration across the country.

According to him, effective grassroots mobilisation and communication would enable citizens to better understand the efforts of the Federal Government and its impact on their lives.

The governor described President Tinubu as a patriotic Nigerian committed to infrastructural development and improving the living conditions of citizens.

Governor Yusuf commended the leadership of Triple R Kannyhood for its support for the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying their experience and grassroots mobilisation would contribute significantly to the party’s electoral success.

He expressed confidence that APC candidates contesting the presidential, National Assembly, governorship and state assembly elections would emerge victorious in the 2027 general elections.

The governor assured members of the group that their requests and concerns would receive due consideration, both before and after the 2027 elections.

Earlier, the leader of Triple R Kannyhood, Dauda Adamu Kahutu Rarara, said the two organisations had resolved to unite with the objective of supporting the APC and mobilising for its victory in the 2027 general elections.

Rarara said the organisation had thousands of members and a large following across various social media platforms, adding that its members were ready to voluntarily mobilise support for the APC at all levels.

He said their post-election requests included provision of start-up capital for members, allocation of plots of land for housing and provision of a secretariat for the organisation in Kano.

Rarara thanked Governor Yusuf and his associates for the warm reception accorded the group.

Other speakers at the visit included the Kano Chairman of Triple R Kannyhood, Alhaji Ado Gidan Dabinu; Lawan Ahmad; and the organisation’s Women Leader, Hadiza Sema.

They all assured the governor of their support and commitment to mobilising for the success of the APC across the country.

Gov. Yusuf, Others Eulogize Sheikh Jingir as JIBWIS Endorses Tinubu/Shettima for 2027

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, alongside his counterparts from Yobe, Sokoto and Jigawa States, has commended the National Chairman of the Council of Ulama of Jama’atul Izalatul Bid’a Wa Iqamatussunnah (JIBWIS), Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, for his sustained efforts toward promoting unity, peaceful coexistence and understanding among Muslims and Nigerians.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday.

The governors made the commendation at a one-day National Symposium on “Enhanced Political Participation and Support for Social Justice as a Panacea for Unity and Development in Nigeria,” held at the Saddiqa Event Centre in Jos, Plateau State.

The symposium also witnessed a major political development, with JIBWIS calling on its members across the country to support and vote for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in the 2027 presidential election.

Speaking at the event, the National Chairman-Administration of JIBWIS, Sheikh Abdulnasir Abdulmuhuyi, expressed a vote of confidence in the Tinubu-Shettima administration, saying the Federal Government had demonstrated trustworthiness and commitment to the development of Nigeria during its first three years in office.

Sheikh Abdulmuhuyi said the administration deserved the support of Nigerians for a second term to consolidate its achievements and continue its development agenda.

In his address, the National Chairman of the JIBWIS Council of Ulama, Sheikh Muhammad Sani Yahaya Jingir, urged members of the organisation across the country to renew their support for President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Speaking on behalf of the governors of Kano, Sokoto, Jigawa and Yobe States, Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, recalled Nigeria’s political history, particularly the 1993 presidential election in which Chief MKO Abiola contested with a Muslim running mate, Ambassador Babagana Kingibe.

Governor Buni commended Sheikh Jingir for his tenacity and commitment to promoting national unity through his preaching, describing his efforts as important to fostering peaceful coexistence among Nigerians.

In a goodwill message, the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, declared that Nigerians could not afford to lose the Tinubu-Shettima administration in 2027.

Senator Barau also commended Sheikh Jingir for his tireless efforts toward promoting unity and peaceful coexistence across the country.

Meanwhile, Hon. Ibrahim Kabir Masari and Governor Mai Mala Buni each donated ₦300 million towards the establishment of Fortune University, founded by Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir.

The symposium brought together prominent Islamic scholars, political leaders, government officials and JIBWIS members from across the country to deliberate on political participation, social justice, national unity and sustainable development in Nigeria.

Gov. Yusuf Nominates Garo as Running Mate for 2027 Re-election Bid

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially announced the nomination of his deputy, His Excellency Murtala Sule Galadima Garo, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday.

Governor Yusuf made the announcement during a strategic meeting with Federal Political Appointees of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held at the Kano Governor’s Lodge in Abuja.

The Governor said the decision followed Garo’s outstanding loyalty, commitment, and unwavering passion for the development of Kano State since assuming office as Deputy Governor.

He expressed satisfaction with the working relationship between them, noting that Garo had demonstrated competence, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility in the discharge of his duties.

“I have no regrets for choosing Garo as my Deputy in the last few months, and he has proven to be the right choice so far. I want to confirm to you that I have every confidence in him,” Governor Yusuf declared.

The Governor also passed a vote of confidence on the Deputy Governor, describing him as a dependable partner whose contributions have strengthened the administration’s drive to deliver meaningful development across Kano State.

Governor Yusuf urged party leaders, political appointees, and supporters to remain united and committed as the administration continues to consolidate on its achievements while preparing for the 2027 general elections.

APC Clears Gov. Yusuf for Second Term Bid in Kano ahead of 2027

The All Progressives Congress has cleared Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to contest for a second term in office in the 2027 governorship election.

This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday.

The clearance followed the successful screening of Governor Yusuf by the National Working Committee of the APC after submitting his nomination and screening forms.

The National Chairman of the party Prof. Nantawe Yilwadda whol led the screening committee at Plateau Governor's l9dge, said party confirmed that Governor Yusuf satisfied all requirements to contest for second term.

Following the screening exercise, he was declared, so far as the sole contender for the APC governorship ticket in Kano State ahead of the 2027 election.

Speaking governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party for the confidence reposed in him.

He reaffirmed his commitment to delivering more dividends of democracy and sustaining policies that promote peace, economic growth and inclusive development across Kano State.

The governor also called on party members and supporters to remain united and continue working together for the progress of the state and victory in 2027.