The governor of Kano state, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).

Yusuf has quit the party alongside 21 members of the State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives and 44 local government chairmen in the state.

He announced his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of the Diso-Chiranchi Ward of the NNPP in Gwale Local Government Area.

The governor’s resignation taking effect from January 25, 2026.

“I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party, with effect from Sunday, 25 January 2026,” the letter read.

“I remain sincerely appreciative of the opportunity given to me by the party, its leadership, and members across Kano State to be part of its political journey since 2022, as well as the support, goodwill, and cooperation extended to me during my time in the party.”