Intra-Party Tensions
In late 2025, reports of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf planning to leave the NNPP for the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) triggered internal disputes.
His alleged plans to defect to the APC drew strong opposition from party leadership and Kwankwaso loyalists.
The NNPP state and national leadership publicly rejected the defection reports, stating that the party did not approve of such a move and warning members against abandoning the party.
Kwankwaso warned members considering defection, saying that “betrayal never pays,” and stressed that the party’s strength lies with its grassroots supporters rather than individual politicians.
Last week, security was tightened around the Kano Government House, as speculation grew about Yusuf’s political direction, including disagreements between him and Kwankwaso.
On Monday, the governor met with President Bola Tinubu.