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The political landscape in Kano state was dominated by a significant rift within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), centered on Governor Yusuf's reported plans to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This potential move, discussed during a meeting between Yusuf and President Tinubu in Abuja, sparked a major public dispute with Rabiu Kwankwaso, leading to clashes among their supporters. Kwankwaso accused the state government of pressuring officials to defect, while the NNPP reaffirmed its dissolution of the Kano state executive committees, indicating an internal leadership struggle. Concurrently, the Kano state government indicated a resolution was nearing in a long-running emirship dispute, and a state commissioner called for the deputy governor's resignation.
Nationally, the APC faced a substantial challenge as seven state governors defected from the party, with some reportedly joining the rival Peoples Democratic Party ahead of its national congress. In response, the APC adjusted its congress schedule and promoted a nationwide online membership registration drive. The party's Lagos chapter actively defended the federal government, including a $9 million lobbying deal, and criticized political opponents. Support was also voiced for the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project, though environmental groups warned the associated dredging risks the local ecosystem. In diplomatic news, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja reopened its redesigned American Center as a cultural and educational hub.
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The governor of Kano state, Abba Yusuf, met with President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa in Abuja. Following the meeting, reports indicate Governor Yusuf plans to defect from his current party to Tinubu's party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). In related Kano state news, a government official said a long-running dispute over the traditional leadership, or emirship, of Kano will be resolved soon. Separately, a small political party called the ADC criticized President Tinubu's policies and his absence from a national ceremony.
A political crisis is unfolding in Nigeria's Kano State, centered on Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's reported plans to defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This has caused a major public split with his political mentor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, the NNPP's national leader, with both camps issuing conflicting statements and accusations of coercion. Kwankwaso has strongly opposed the move, while Governor Yusuf appears to be moving forward with it, creating an uneasy calm and open conflict within their political camp. The disagreement extends to allegations that state officials are being pressured to follow the governor to the APC.
A political dispute is unfolding in Kano state. Rabiu Kwankwaso has accused the state government of forcing officials to sign documents to defect from their party. Separately, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has stated that its decision to dissolve the state's executive committees is final and will not be reversed.
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Jan 14 — Jan 20
US Embassy reopens its redesigned cultural center in Nigeria's capitalThe US Embassy in Nigeria has reopened its American Centre in the capital city of Abuja after a redesign. The center serves as a cultural and information hub for the public.
Jan 31 — Jan 30
Seven governors defect from Nigeria's APC party as it plans 2026 congressSeven state governors have defected from Nigeria's ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) party. The party has announced the roadmap for its 2026 national convention and has extended its electronic membership registration nationwide. The defecting governors have reportedly joined the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF).