Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has rescheduled his planned defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move, initially expected on January 5, 2026, will now take place on January 12, 2026.

Sources say the postponement allows the governor additional time to consult key stakeholders, including lawmakers and party officials, to ensure full support for the defection.

The defection is part of ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, and is seen as a strategic effort to strengthen APC’s position in Kano State. The announcement has generated discussions among political observers due to its potential impact on party dynamics in the region.

Governor Yusuf’s eventual switch to APC is expected to influence both state and national political landscapes in the lead-up to the 2027 polls.