Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering effective governance in Kano, dismissing concerns about political pressure or the 2027 elections.

This is contained in a statement signed on Wednesday by, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Director General, Media and Publicity, Kano government house.

This statement follows speculation about alleged plans by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to influence the next elections in the state.

“What I am worried about is not re-election,” Governor Yusuf stated. “I am more concerned about delivering the dividends of democracy on the mandate given to me in this first tenure. I want the good people of Kano to judge me by my performance at the end of this tenure.”

The Governor criticized what he described as attempts by opposition figures to create political unrest in Kano. Referring to past election outcomes, he underscored the resilience of his New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), which had achieved sweeping victories in 2019 and 2023 despite lacking political incumbency at the time.

“We know those people who were massively rejected in both 2019 and 2023,” Yusuf noted. “We won against them at a time when we had no political office—not even a councillor. But Allah made it possible for us to win with a landslide victory.”

He also warned the APC leadership in Kano against using inflammatory language, urging them to avoid scaring voters ahead of the next elections.

“I am destined to be a Governor. It is my total belief and submission to the will of Allah that if He so wills, I will serve a second term. If not, I won’t. So why should I bother myself?” he asked rhetorically.

The APC has faced significant setbacks in Kano since the NNPP’s rise to power. In the 2023 elections, the party lost key positions, including the governorship, two senatorial seats, 18 of 26 House of Representatives seats, and 26 of 40 State Assembly seats.

The Governor’s remarks signal his intent to remain focused on governance while dismissing political maneuvering and speculation about 2027.

Kano Gov. Yusuf dismisses re-election pressure, prioritizes first-term mandate