Abba Yusuf
Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State, Nigeria, known for his commitment to democratic governance and public service. He recently appointed Umar Ibrahim as the new Secretary to the State Government, emphasizing the importance of effective leadership in delivering services to the people of Kano.
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Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State who recently defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party to the All Progressives Congress.
Kano Assembly Begins Deputy Governor Impeachment Process
Nigeria· 2026-03-06
Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State who defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party to the All Progressives Congress.
Kano Assembly Moves to Impeach Deputy Governor Aminu AbdulsaNigeria· 2026-03-05
Governor Abba Yusuf was called by Tinubu to express condolences to traders and residents of Kano State.
Shettima Leads FG Delegation After Kano Market FireNigeria· 2026-02-16
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, mourned the victims of the crash, describing the incident as heartbreaking.
Reckless Driving Kills Over 30 PeopleNigeria· 2026-02-08
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has consistently shown a strong commitment to supporting projects and programmes with clear potential to catalyse the revival of Kano’s industrial capacities.
ABU VC Hails Governor's Support for Kano's Industrial RevivaNigeria· 2026-02-02
Governor Abba Yusuf has received total loyalty from commissioners in charge of critical ministries.
Kano Commissioner Dumps NNPP, Joins Ruling APCNigeria· 2026-02-01
Abba Yusuf is the Kano State Governor who defected to the All Progressives Congress.
NNPP Denies Kwankwaso Defection Talks with APCNigeria· 2026-02-01
Abba Yusuf, the governor of Kano State, recently defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party to the All Progressives Congress.
Why Kano deputy governor should resign — CommissionerNigeria· 2026-01-29Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State who is expected to join the APC after resigning from the NNPP.
Fubara & Kano Gov Face Uncertainty for APC Second Term TickeNigeria· 2026-01-25
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of a woman and her six children.
Kano Gov Condemns Killing of Mother and Six ChildrenNigeria· 2026-01-18
Governor Abba Yusuf has issued a directive asking Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to temporarily suspend the forwarding of files to his office.
Kano denies governance paralysis over file directiveNigeria· 2026-01-17
Abba Yusuf is the Kano State Governor mentioned in the context of rumors about his defection.
ADC woos opposition bigwigs for 2027 coalitionNigeria· 2026-01-11
Abba Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, described the convention as a turning point for the party.
NNPP Watching INEC Closely for 2027 ElectionNigeria· 2025-12-20
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has approved the release of ₦3.77bn for critical interventions in the education sector.
Kano approves ₦3.77bn for education funding and schoolsNigeria· 2025-12-20
Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State who approved the establishment of a Special Task Force to enhance security at motor parks.
Kano sets up task force to boost motor park securityNigeria· 2025-12-14
Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State and is focused on increasing voter registration in the state.
Kano Gov Prioritizes Voter Registration DriveNigeria· 2025-09-08
Governor Abba Yusuf sent the request for the supplementary budget to the Kano State House of Assembly.
Kano Assembly Passes N215.3bn Supplementary Budget for 2025Nigeria· 2025-09-01
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State said despite all plots against the NNPP, the party was progressing under Kwankwaso’s leadership.
Kwankwaso Pledges Loyalty to NNPPNigeria· 2025-08-29
Abba Yusuf is a Governor who may be offering support to Tinubu's 2027 project.
APC Gains Five Governors: Tinubu's Re-election BoostNigeria· 2025-06-30
Abba Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, renamed institutions in honor of athletes who died in a motor accident.
Kano Honors Athletes: Institutions RenamedNigeria· 2025-06-29
Abba Yusuf reinstated Muhammadu Sanusi under the leadership of Kwankwaso.
Why APC Chair Quit – Details EmergeNigeria· 2025-06-28
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with China and France.
Kano Gov Revives Abandoned Colleges, Boosts China, France TiNigeria· 2025-06-22
The move comes days after the former SSG, under the banner of the 'APC Patriotic Volunteers,' accused Governor Abba Yusuf’s New Nigeria People’s Party-led administration of lacking direction.
Kano SSG loses Waziri titleNigeria· 2025-06-19
Abba Yusuf is the Governor of Kano State who expressed readiness to collaborate on sustainable development projects.
EU to Boost Kano Investment: New Partnership UnveiledNigeria· 2025-06-10
Aliyu extended heartfelt condolences to the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, and the entire Kano community.
Sokoto gov mourns Kano athletes, Niger flood victimsNigeria· 2025-06-04
Abba Yusuf expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident that claimed the lives of 22 innocent citizens.
Mueren 22 personas, la mayoría atletas, luego de salvaje accidente de un bus que se cayó de un puente
Colombia· 2025-06-03
Ajadi sympathised with Governor Abba Yusuf and the people of Kano State.
NNPP chieftain links Kano athlete deaths to inadequate road infrastructureNigeria· 2025-06-01
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano is identified as a new convert expected to join the APC.
APC backs Tinubu, opposition searches for strong competitorNigeria· 2025-05-23
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has spent over N3 billion for 141,175 Kano students who passed the 2024 qualifying examinations.
Kano spends N3bn on WASSCE, NECO fees for 141,000 studentsNigeria· 2025-05-09
Abba Yusuf, the Kano State Governor, has signed into law four landmark bills that establish new agencies designed to strengthen institutional frameworks.
Kano gov signs laws establishing SMEs agency, three othersNigeria· 2025-04-25