Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has welcomed over 136,000 new members who defected from various political parties to the All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Governor ahead of the 2027 general elections.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday.
Governor Yusuf described the mass defection as a strong indication of the growing acceptance of the APC in Kano State, saying the development would further strengthen the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
He commended the new members for their decision to join the APC and urged them to remain committed to the development, peace and progress of Kano State and Nigeria.
The Governor assured the new members that his administration would continue to work with all stakeholders to promote unity, stability and sustainable development across the state.
The defectors pledged to mobilise support for President Tinubu and Governor Yusuf, promising to work tirelessly to ensure the success of the APC in the 2027 elections.
They said their decision to join the APC was based on their confidence in the leadership of President Tinubu and Governor Yusuf, as well as their commitment to supporting the development of Kano State.
Governor Yusuf further called on all APC members and supporters to remain united, peaceful and focused as the party prepares for the 2027 elections.