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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has distributed 1,540 plots of land and a cash grant of ₦100 million to leaders of the APC Polling Unit Supporters Association, popularly known as ’Yan Akwati, as part of efforts to strengthen the party’s grassroots structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. The governor announced the support during the official inauguration of the ’Yan Akwati association, describing the polling unit structure as the foundation of the APC’s electoral strength. Governor Yusuf said empowering grassroots supporters would enhance the party’s mobilisation efforts and guarantee victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid, as well as other APC candidates in future elections. He noted that the re-election of President Tinubu would ensure the continuity of ongoing economic reforms and development initiatives across the country...

…Galvanizes Support for Tinubu’s Second Term Bid Ahead of 2027 …As APC Cracks Down on Opposition in Kano Through Engagement with Polling Unit Associations Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has launched a strategic grassroots engagement aimed at consolidating the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that the party is mobilizing from the polling unit level to secure victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all APC candidates. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. The governor made the declaration during an interactive session with the leadership and members of the APC Polling Unit Supporters Association, popularly known as ’Yan Akwatina, led by Hon. Najib Abdulkadir Salati. The association has structures across the 44 local government areas, 484 wards and all polling units in Kano State, making it one of the party’s largest grassroots mobilization platforms. Speaking...

……..Donates N100 Million, Reaffirms Commitment to Retirees’ Welfare…. As pensioners endorse Kano Governor for second term….. Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Comrade Godwin Abumisi Pensioners’ Legacy House, the corporate headquarters of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), in Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to protecting the welfare and dignity of retired public servants. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. At the event, the President of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Comrade Godwin Abumisi, commended Governor Yusuf’s unwavering commitment to pension reforms, recalling that he was honoured as the Most Pensioners-Friendly Governor of the Year 2024 in recognition of his exceptional support for retirees. Abumisi particularly praised the Kano State Government for settling ₦32 billion out of the ₦48.6 billion gratuity liabilities inherited by...

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has congratulated the Government and people of France on the occasion of the country’s National Day, reaffirming Kano State’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with France in key development sectors. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday. Governor Yusuf made the remarks during an interactive session held at the French Embassy in Abuja to commemorate the celebration. The governor led a delegation of senior government officials to the event. He congratulated the French Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Marc Fonbaustier, on behalf of the Government and people of Kano State, wishing France continued peace, prosperity and progress. Governor Yusuf commended the longstanding relationship between Nigeria and France, describing it as a partnership that has continued to promote development and mutual understanding. He called for sustained collaboration between Kano Sta...

The Spiritual Leader of the Qadiriyya Islamic Movement, Sheikh Qaribullah Sheikh Nasiru Kabara, on Tuesday paid a historic solidarity visit to the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, in Abuja, marking the first official meeting between the two leaders. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday. During the meeting, Sheikh Qaribullah congratulated Governor Yusuf on the achievements recorded by his administration and prayed Almighty Allah to grant him wisdom, sound health and continued success in delivering good governance to the people of Kano State. The revered Islamic scholar commended the governor’s developmental strides and encouraged him to sustain the current momentum in the areas of infrastructure, education, healthcare and other critical sectors. He also assured the governor of the continued prayers and support of the Qadiriyya faithful for peace, unity and progress in Kano State and Niger...

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has received with shock the death of Engr. Yusuf Abdullahi (Baba), a respected engineer, religious leader, and immediate younger brother of the Kano State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and the Disabled, Hon. Amina Abdullahi Sani. The late Engr. Yusuf was also a close associate of the Kano based Islamic scholar, Professor Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan, and a committed member State of Jama'atu Izalatil Bid'ah Wa'iqamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), where he was widely admired for his dedication to the propagation of Islam and community service. In a condolence message issued by the governor's Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa in Kano on Tuesday, Governor Yusuf said the deceased was a humble, God-fearing and compassionate individual whose contributions to engineering, religious activities and humanitarian causes earned him the respect of many across Kano State and beyond. Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf noted that...

…Plan Victory of APC at All Levels in Kano for 2027… Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Sunday hosted federal political appointees from Kano State and other leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Government House Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. The meeting, held under the Tinubu Renewed Hope Appointees Forum, Kano State Chapter, brought together key APC stakeholders to deliberate on the future of the party in Kano State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The forum unanimously passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in recognition of what it described as his commitment to the development of Kano State and the nation. The stakeholders pledged to mobilise support for President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to secure a resounding victory in Kano during the 2027 presidential election. The meeting also congratulated Governor Abba Kabi...

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 ...

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining the education reforms introduced under the United Kingdom-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) programme, describing education as the foundation for the state’s future development. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. The Governor’s position was conveyed by the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Abubakar Haruna Makoda, who represented him at the PLANE Transition Workshop held in Kano on Thursday. Governor Yusuf said his administration would consolidate the gains recorded under the five-year programme by strengthening education planning, improving teacher development, expanding access to quality learning materials, and ensuring that every child has access to quality education. He commended the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), PLANE, Save ...

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has paid a homage to the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, following his emergence as the running mate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. During the visit on Friday night at Aguda House, Presidential Villa, Abuja, Governor Yusuf congratulated the Vice President and rejoiced with him over his nomination, describing it as a recognition of his commitment and service to the nation. The Governor prayed to Allah to grant President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima wisdom, good health and success as they prepare for the 2027 general election. Governor Yusuf was accompanied by the member representing Gwale Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Engr. Garba Diso; APC National Ex-Officio, Hon. Muhammad Jamu Yusuf; and the Kano State Commissioner for Religious Affair...