Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano state, has officially withdrawn his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing internal turmoil and unresolved leadership conflicts within the party.

The resignation was conveyed in a letter addressed to the chairman of the Diso-Chiranchi ward in Gwale Local Government Area, where Yusuf blamed “deepening internal crises” and “prolonged leadership disputes” for his decision.

Sunusi Tofa, the governor’s spokesperson and director-general of media and publicity, confirmed that the resignation takes effect from Friday, January 23, 2026.

In the letter, Yusuf acknowledged the role the NNPP played in his political journey, expressing appreciation for the opportunity and support he received since joining the party in 2022. However, he said persistent disputes, internal divisions, and ongoing court cases had made the party increasingly unstable at both state and national levels.

“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 Friday, 23rd, January 2026,” Yusuf wrote.

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“In recent times, the party has been confronted with persistent internal challenges arising from leadership disagreements and ongoing legal processes, many of which are presently before the courts for judicial determination.

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“The growing disenfranchisement among party members has created deep divisions within the party structure, resulting in cracks that appear increasingly irreconcilable and have generated uncertainty at both state and national levels.”

The governor said his exit was not driven by personal grievances but by what he described as the overriding interest of Kano residents.

“After careful reflection, and without prejudice to the party’s capacity to resolve its internal challenges, I have come to the conclusion that my resignation is in the best interest of the people of Kano State,” he stated.

“This decision is taken in good faith, without any ill will, and with a continued commitment to peace, unity, and the progress of Kano State.”

According to the statement, Yusuf’s resignation was followed by the defection of 21 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, eight members of the House of Representatives, and all 44 local government chairmen in the state.

The development comes just days after Yusuf held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the State House on January 19.