The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suffered one other setback in Kano State following the resignation of a distinguished political determine, former governor Kabiru Gaya.
His exit provides to the rising listing of high-profile defections inside the celebration, particularly within the North.
Gaya, who as soon as ruled Kano State and later represented Kano South within the Senate, formally introduced his departure in a letter addressed to his ward chairman in Gaya Arewa, situated in Gaya Native Authorities Space of the state.
The transfer has stirred recent conversations across the stability of the APC in Kano, a state lengthy thought of a stronghold of the celebration.
Within the letter, the previous governor made it clear that his choice was not taken frivolously. He famous that it adopted a interval of deep reflection and consultations with key stakeholders and supporters throughout his constituency.
“I hereby formally tender my resignation from the All Progressive Congress (APC) efficient in the present day, fifth April 2026.
“It has been an honour to serve underneath the platform of the celebration, significantly throughout my tenure as a Senator (2015–2023). I stay grateful for the help, belief, and alternatives given to me throughout this era.
“Nonetheless, after cautious reflection and broad session, I’ve come to the thought of conclusion that it’s in the most effective curiosity of my constituents and my private convictions to step except for the celebration presently. I prolong my honest gratitude to the celebration for the platform it supplied me and for the cooperation and camaraderie prolonged over time,” Gaya nonetheless, said.
Though he didn’t instantly disclose his subsequent political transfer, sources inside Kano political circles recommend that his resignation could sign a possible realignment with the Kwankwaso forward of subsequent yr’s elections.
Gaya’s political profession spans a long time, with vital roles at each state and nationwide ranges. His departure is seen by many as a significant blow to the APC’s grassroots construction in Kano, significantly in his native authorities space the place he instructions robust loyalty.
Social gathering officers within the state are but to launch an official assertion relating to the event. Nonetheless, insiders admit that the management could must act shortly to forestall additional defections and keep cohesion inside its ranks.
Political analysts consider the event displays ongoing inner challenges inside the celebration, particularly in northern states the place energy struggles and disagreements over celebration path have continued to floor.
Recall that in a associated improvement, current studies have highlighted rising tensions inside the APC in elements of the North, with a number of members expressing dissatisfaction over inner celebration choices and management fashion.