Kano gov submits APC nomination form

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State submits his nomination form to the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress. Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has submitted his nomination form to the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state. The governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, through an official release posted on his Facebook page on Friday.

Dawakin-Tofa indicated Yusuf was accompanied on Thursday by former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau, Deputy the Senate President Barau Jibrin, Senator Kawu Sumaila, members of the House of Representatives, and other dignitaries from Kano State. “Briefing journalists at Treasure Suites shortly after the submission of his nomination form, Governor Yusuf described the declaration for a second term as a fresh call to service and a renewed commitment to the people of Kano State.

“He indicated his administration would expand urban renewal projects across the state, while road construction, drainage expansion and market modernisation would receive greater attention. “Governor Yusuf indicated rural development would remain a major priority. He pledged more investments in feeder roads, water supply, healthcare centres and schools in rural communities,” the statement read.

The governor also promised stronger support for agriculture and empowerment programmes for farmers and young people, saying job creation and youth development would remain central to his administration’s agenda. He reaffirmed his commitment to improving education and healthcare delivery across Kano State, stressing that unity, peace and inclusive leadership remained key pillars of his government.