By Jabiru Hassan
Chairman of the Kano State Youth Association for the Defence of Good Governance, Comrade Mustapha Umar Tallo Gwarzo, has said that the defection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to the All Progressives Congress (APC) will further strengthen democratic values in Kano State, particularly as the 2027 general elections draw closer.
Gwarzo made the statement in an interview with journalists in Gwarzo town on Monday.
According to him, Governor Yusuf is a visionary leader whose policies and initiatives have continued to drive development across both rural and urban areas of the state. He noted that the governor’s decision to join the APC would create more opportunities to fully actualise his transformation agenda.
He expressed confidence that Kano State would witness even greater development under the APC, adding that residents are already experiencing visible progress under the Abba Gida-Gida administration without discrimination.
“I am of the opinion that His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, will double his efforts to ensure that his campaign promises are fulfilled because he is a leader with listening ears,” Gwarzo said.
The youth leader also commended the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, for stepping down from his reported gubernatorial ambition to support Governor Yusuf, describing the move as a major boost for the APC in Kano State.
He said the development would promote unity within the party and enhance the prospects of a smooth and credible 2027 general elections.
“I am optimistic that our great party, the APC, remains an avenue for progress. With the sacrifices and leadership demonstrated by Distinguished Senator Barau I. Jibrin, the 2027 elections will be hitch-free and fair, as the party will present united and widely respected candidates,” he said.
Gwarzo urged the people of Kano State to continue supporting the present administration, stressing that such support would promote good governance and strengthen democratic practices in the state.
