Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is returning to the APC on January 26, 2026, a political move expected to reshape alliances and strengthen cooperation with the Federal Government.
Governor Yusuf has received firm backing from the NNPP as the party throws its weight behind the Kano governor amid a growing political face-off with former presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Kwankwaso has been ruled out of the 2027 presidential race on the NNPP platform, as the party insists its ticket is open only to bona fide members following unresolved internal disputes.
Ajuji has been re-elected unopposed as National Chairman of the NNPP at the party’s national convention in Abuja, with leaders pledging victory in 2027.
President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the release of 44 abducted pupils from Mussa community in Borno State, as Governor Babagana Zulum meets their anxious parents.
Governor Alex Otti has delivered a major jobs boost in Abia State, temporarily lifting the civil-service employment ban to recruit 19 outstanding TechRise graduates while empowering 850 youths with laptops and ₦100,000 each.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the deadly boat accident in Gorau Community, Sokoto State, and directed federal agencies to strengthen waterway safety and prevent a recurrence.
Kaduna Police have secured a major breakthrough after rescuing 75 kidnapped travellers, including men, women and children, from a cave in a mountainous area of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area.