Abba Yusuf Warns Cabinet Against Disloyalty, Leaks After Five Commissioners Resign Over APC Defection

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has warned members of the state executive council against disloyalty, internal rivalry, and leaking official government information, following the resignation of five commissioners after he defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Spokesperson Sunusi Bature confirmed the resignations, stating four commissioners stepped down after declining to follow Yusuf from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the APC.

The affected ministries include Humanitarian Affairs, Youth, Internal Security, and Special Duties. Yusuf also sacked Abdullahi Musa as Head of Service, replacing him with Bilkisu Maimota in an acting capacity.

At his formal APC welcome event, Yusuf framed the defection as essential for positioning Kano at the heart of national decision-making and unlocking development through stronger federal ties under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He urged remaining cabinet members to remain united and committed.

Key Points

Five commissioners resign after Yusuf’s defection from NNPP to APC.
Four stepped down after declining to join the APC.
Governor warns cabinet against disloyalty, rivalry, leaks.
Head of Service sacked, replaced with Bilkisu Maimota.
Yusuf says APC’s move is essential for Kano’s development and federal collaboration.

As five commissioners exit and a new Head of Service enters, Abba Yusuf draws a line: stay loyal, stay united, or stay out.

Sources: Official Statement