Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the broader interest of the people of the state.
The governor announced his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of the NNPP in Diso–Chiranchi Ward, Gwale Local Government Area, stating that the resignation takes effect from Sunday, January 25, 2026.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, Governor Yusuf expressed gratitude to the party for the support and political platform it provided him.
“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 Sunday, 25 January 2026,” the letter read.
The governor thanked the party’s leadership and members across Kano State for their goodwill and cooperation since he joined the NNPP in 2022, noting that their support played a significant role in his political journey.
Governor Yusuf said his decision was informed by persistent internal disputes within the party, including leadership disagreements and ongoing legal battles 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 said.
According to him, the unresolved crises have weakened unity within the party and created divisions that appear increasingly irreconcilable, generating uncertainty across its structure.
He stressed that the decision followed careful reflection and was guided solely by public interest considerations.
“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 stated.
Governor Yusuf added that his resignation was taken in good faith and without bitterness, reaffirming his commitment to peace, unity and the progress of Kano State.
