Mass defection reshapes Kano politics as ruling NNPP loses majority lawmakers
No fewer than 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly have defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major shift in the political landscape of Kano State.
The lawmakers, elected on the NNPP platform in the 2023 general elections, reportedly announced their decision following prolonged internal crises, leadership disagreements, and unresolved disputes within the party. Their defection significantly weakens the NNPP’s presence in the state legislature while strengthening the APC’s influence.
The development involves several ranking members of the House, a move expected to impact legislative leadership and alignments. The mass defection is also viewed as part of broader political realignments ahead of future electoral contests.
While the NNPP leadership has yet to formally recognise the defections, party supporters have criticised the move, describing it as a departure from the mandate given by voters. On the other hand, APC leaders have welcomed the lawmakers, describing the development as a boost to the party’s growing political strength in Kano State.
Political observers say the defections could have significant implications for governance and party dominance in Kano, a key political state in northern Nigeria.
