The Yoruba community in Kano State has declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027 and the second-term ambition of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The endorsement was announced during a visit by the leadership of the Yoruba community, led by the Oba of Yoruba in Kano,……
The Yoruba community in Kano State has declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027 and the second-term ambition of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
The endorsement was announced during a visit by the leadership of the Yoruba community, led by the Oba of Yoruba in Kano, Kabiyesi Murtala Alimi Otisese, to Governor Yusuf at the Government House.
Speaking during the visit, Governor Yusuf appreciated the community for its solidarity and continued contributions to the development of Kano State.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare, security and prosperity of all residents, irrespective of their ethnic, religious or cultural backgrounds.
The Governor also reiterated his support for President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, emphasising the need to respect the principle of power rotation.
He said the North had agreed to support the South to retain the presidency until 2031, after which power should return to the North.
In his remarks, Kabiyesi Otisese declared the Yoruba community’s total support for both President Tinubu and Governor Yusuf, describing continuity in leadership as important to sustaining ongoing reforms and development initiatives.
The monarch assured the Governor that the community would mobilise support for their respective re-election bids.
He also commended the Yusuf administration for projects and programmes that have positively impacted members of the Yoruba community in the state, pledging continued cooperation in promoting peaceful coexistence and development.
Earlier, Governor Yusuf assured the delegation of his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, disclosing that he had directed the committee working on the state’s development blueprint to seek contributions from members of the Yoruba community.
He said their experiences and perspectives would help the government identify their needs and incorporate them into its development plans.
The Governor further maintained that he regarded members of the Yoruba community as part of Kano, noting that many were born and raised in the state.
“I do not see you as non-indigenes, because many of you were born here and, based on the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution, you are by all standards members of the Kano community,” he said.
