On Thursday, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso ignited a political firestorm in Kano State by publicly labeling both the current Governor and his predecessor as his "political boys." Former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje quickly retaliated, asserting that Kwankwaso was actually his own subordinate during their early political years in the 1990s. Current Governor Abba Yusuf, a former loyalist of Kwankwaso’s "red cap" movement, has recently distanced himself by urging his mentor to prioritize state progress over personal ego.
This power struggle is significant because Kano is Nigeria's most populous state and a critical prize for any party aiming for victory in the 2027 elections.
Observers expect the rift to deepen as each leader attempts to consolidate an independent base of support before the next campaign cycle begins.
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