The governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP.
The governor tendered his resignation in a letter addressed to the chairman of the NNPP in Diso–Chiranchi Ward, Gwale local government area of the state.
The governor said his action was informed by the deepening internal crises within the party and the need to protect the broader interests of the people of the state.
The resignation, he said, would take effect from Sunday, January 25, 2026.
He expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and its members for the support he enjoyed.
The letter reads in part: “I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party, with effect from Sunday, 25 January 2026.”
“I remain sincerely appreciative of the opportunity given to me by the party, its leadership, and members across Kano State to be part of its political journey since 2022, as well as the support, goodwill, and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party,” he said, adding that “In recent times, the party has been confronted with persistent internal challenges arising from leadership disagreements and ongoing legal processes, many of which are presently before the courts for judicial determination.”
He stated further that the “growing disenfranchisement among party members has created deep divisions within the party structure, resulting in cracks that appear increasingly irreconcilable and have generated uncertainty at both state and national levels.
“After careful reflection, and without prejudice to the party’s capacity to resolve its internal challenges, I have come to the conclusion that my resignation is in the best interest of the people of Kano State.
“This decision is taken in good faith, without any ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.”
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