In a move that has sent ripples through Kano State’s political landscape, a sitting commissioner has formally left the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made during a high-profile event attended by senior APC leaders and supporters eager to welcome the defector.
While the commissioner’s portfolio within the state government was not immediately disclosed, sources suggest that the decision to switch allegiance was motivated by both political alignment and strategic considerations ahead of upcoming elections. Party insiders described the move as a significant boost for the APC in Kano, highlighting the commissioner’s influence and grassroots network as valuable assets.
Speaking at the reception, the commissioner expressed gratitude to his former party while reiterating commitment to the APC’s vision for development and governance. “My focus has always been on service to the people, and I believe the APC provides the platform to achieve this,” he said.
Political analysts note that defections of this nature are not uncommon in Nigerian politics, especially in the lead-up to elections, and often signal shifting power dynamics at both state and national levels. The development is expected to intensify competition in Kano, traditionally a politically strategic state in the north.
