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In a significant shift of political allegiance, approximately 1,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have defected to the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
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The state deputy governor, Aminu Gwarzo, officially received the defectors on behalf of Governor Abba Yusuf at the Government House in Kano on Saturday, April 20.
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The defectors, hailing from Shanono and Bagwai Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kano State, were welcomed by Hashimu Dungurawa, the Chairman of the NNPP in Kano State.
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Dungurawa assured the new members that they would be fully integrated into the activities of the ruling party.
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The defection is considered a blow to Abdullahi Ganduje, the immediate past governor of the state and current national chairman of the APC.
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It is also seen as a positive development for Rabiu Kwankwaso, Ganduje’s political rival and a presidential hopeful in the 2023 election.
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The leader of the defectors, Haruna Abbas, cited Governor Abba Yusuf’s leadership qualities and style of governance as the reasons for joining the NNPP.
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Abbas pledged their dedication to working with the NNPP for the growth of Kano State. The photos from the defection ceremony can be viewed here.