By Ibrahim Muhammad
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to protect the broader interests of the people of Kano State.
The resignation was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
According to the statement, Governor Yusuf conveyed his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of NNPP, Diso–Chiranchi Ward, Gwale Local Government Area, announcing his withdrawal from the party with effect from Friday, 23 January 2026.
“I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party, with effect from Friday, 23 January 2026,” the letter read.
The governor expressed appreciation to the NNPP for providing him the platform and support throughout his political journey with the party.
“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 stated.
Governor Yusuf attributed his decision to persistent internal disputes and unresolved legal battles that have continued to destabilise the party at both state and national levels.
“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 noted.
He added that the internal wrangling had widened divisions within the party and weakened its cohesion.
“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,” the governor said.
Governor Yusuf explained that his decision followed careful reflection and was guided strictly by public interest.
“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,” he added.
He stressed that the decision was taken in good faith and without bitterness.
“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,” the letter concluded.
The governor’s resignation was accompanied by that of 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives and 44 local government chairmen across the state.
The resignation letter was acknowledged by the NNPP Secretary of Diso–Chiranchi Ward, Hon. Kabiru Zubairu, who commended Governor Yusuf for his achievements in infrastructure, urban renewal, health, education and economic empowerment.
“I concur with His Excellency on the lingering crisis in our party. Although efforts are ongoing to manage the situation, we have no option but to accept the resignation of one of the most performing governors produced by the NNPP,” Zubairu said
