Ganduje's Absence Slowing Kano Governor Yusuf's APC Defection -
Thompson Nsisongabasi
Jan 13, 2026
Director-General of the National Productivity Centre, Dr. Baffa Babba Dan'agundi, has said the absence of former National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, is delaying the defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, to the party.
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Dan'agundi also disclosed that Ganduje had expressed displeasure over a comment attributed to another former governor of the state, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, which described him as an enemy.
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Speaking on the reported move by Yusuf to return to APC, Dan'agundidescribed the development as a source of great joy and encouragement for the party in Kano State.
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"It is a thing of joy for us. All APC leaders, stakeholders, and supporters in Kano State are happy and excited about the governor's return, and we are fully prepared to give him maximum support and cooperation,ÔÇØ he said.
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He confirmed that preparations to officially welcome the governor into APC were already at an advanced stage.
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"At the national level, discussions have progressed significantly, and consultations are also ongoing at the state level,ÔÇØ he explained.
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Dan'agundi attributed the delay in finalising arrangements to the Umrah pilgrimage undertaken by Kano State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, as well as the absence of the party's leader in Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who was outside the country.
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He assured, "Once they return, a special meeting will be held with His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his delegation to conclude the process.ÔÇØ
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Dan'agundi also said Ganduje described the remarks by Kwankwaso as inappropriate and deeply displeasing.
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Dan'agundi, a close ally of Ganduje, stated , "Dr. Ganduje told me clearly that he was not happy at all with the comments made by Senator Kwankwaso against him.
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"While welcoming Governor Yusuf to our fold, Ganduje made it clear to me that Kwankwaso's statements were unnecessary, especially at a time when Kano needs unity, peace, and collective progress,ÔÇØ
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He further explained that Ganduje accused Kwankwaso of referring to him as enemy while addressing his supporters in the state.
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