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National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed satisfaction with the impressive turnout of party supporters and leaders as he formally received Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf into the party.
Governor Abba had recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a development that attracted the National Chairman Party Chairman to visit Kano along with the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima and other party officials, for the formal reception.
A statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa Director General, Media and Publicity, on Monday, said Professor Yilwatda, has commended Governor Abba Yusuf for his decision to join the ruling party.
Prof. Yilwatda reaffirmed the 60/40 party leadership-sharing formula between the decampees and the existing APC members, explaining that the arrangement was designed to promote inclusiveness, unity and effective participation of all stakeholders in the party and governance activities.
He said he was deeply impressed by the people who attended the meeting, noting that the turnout showed a high level of unity, enthusiasm and commitment among APC members in Kano State.
According to the APC National Chairman, the strong gathering was a positive signal that would help bolster support for President Bola Tinubu and strengthen his prospects in the upcoming general elections.
Prof. Yilwatda also commended Alhaji Yusuf Gawuna and Senator Barau Jibrin for shelving their personal aspirations and wholeheartedly to align with the governor’s vision for the party to win election in Kano State.
He also praised Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for his leadership and contributions to the party’s growth and cohesion within the state.
In his response, Governor Yusuf thanked the APC leadership for the visit and their continued support for unity and peace in Kano.
He reiterated his commitment to working collaboratively with the party and its members to ensure that the state remains united, prosperous and aligned with the national Renewed Hope Agenda.
Governor Yusuf noted that the turnout and show of support were clear indicators that APC members in Kano were ready to work together for the good of the party and the people of the state.