Following the historic defection of the Governor of Kano State, His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a former member of the Kano State House of Assembly representing Nasarawa Local Government Area, Honourable Ibrahim Ahmad Gama(Lugard ),has also formally defected to the APC.
Honourable Ibrahim Gama (Lugard), who is also a member of the Kano State Consumer Protection Council, said his decision was a deliberate political choice aimed at strengthening the governor’s leadership and consolidating Kano State’s alignment with the ruling party at the centre.
He stated that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s defection is a bold, timely and patriotic move that will unlock greater political influence, accelerated development and increased federal presence in Kano State.
According to him, remaining in the NNPP at this critical moment would not serve the political and developmental aspirations of Kano people, hence the need to join forces with the APC to support the governor’s progressive agenda.
Honourable Ibrahim Gama (Lugard)pledged his total loyalty and unwavering support to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, declaring that he and his political structure in Nasarawa LGA are solidly and unconditionally behind the governor.
He called on party leaders, political stakeholders and supporters across the state to close ranks, embrace the new political direction, and work collectively to ensure stability, unity and victory for the APC in Kano State.
Honourable Ibrahim Ahmad Gama Lugard further stressed that the defection signals the beginning of a broader political realignment that will strengthen governance and secure a prosperous future for Kano State.