Following his resignation from the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) on January 23, 2026, Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has been welcomed by the All Progressives Congress (APC), which reserved its prestigious No.001 membership card for him. This signals deepening ties ahead of future elections.
On January 24, 2026, the Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) formally welcomed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, one day after his resignation from the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) amid internal crises. According to Daily Trust, the APC has reserved its No.001 membership card—the highest in its hierarchy—for the governor.
This follows Yusuf's administration's recent successes in Kano local elections and comes amid speculation of his interest in joining the APC. While reasons for the NNPP resignation remain unspecified, APC members view the move as strengthening their position for upcoming elections. No conflicting reports from the source.
