Olayiwola Matthew
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, has urged all governorship aspirants to step aside for Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf.
Ganduje made the call shortly after receiving Yusuf into the party at a colourful ceremony held at the Government House, Kano, on Monday.
He stated that anyone seeking to govern Kano should put his ambitions on hold to enable Yusuf complete his two tenure.
The former national chairman commended Yusuf for being bold enough to defect to the ruling party and for putting Kano first above all other things.
While formally receiving the governor back to APC, Ganduje said, “I can categorically tell you that you are going to win the 2027 election with a landslide margin because all those contesting for the same seat have agreed to step aside and let you go for it.
“To us the leaders of the APC, this is a memorable occasion we have all been waiting for. I strongly welcome Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf back to his home.
“We were in APC together with you; it was formed with you. But later, because of political differences and redirection, you left for the NNPP.
“Now, we are thankful to our Creator, you are back to our party and your home.”
Ganduje described the governor as a progressive politician, “as evident in your utterances, policies, as well implementation of such policies.
“As the leader of APC in Kano today, you embody the party’s policies.”
This according to him, this has put to rest speculations about party leadership in Kano, declaring that, “Gov. Yusuf today stands as the leader of the party in the state.”
He also emphasised that, “President Tinubu is a true Nigerian and a politician who treats citizens not base on religion or ethnicity. I assure you Abba will win in 2027.”
Deputy President of the Senate, Sen. Barau Jibrin, commended Yusuf for his courageous decision to return to APC, insisting that the decision remained a lasting one.