Abbas Sani Abbas, former Commissioner for Rural and Community Development in Kano State, has officially left the New Nigeria People?s Party (NNPP), and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The announcement was made during his visit to a prominent APC leader in Kano, where he pledged his allegiance to the ruling party.

Hon. Abbas, known for his grassroots mobilization and dedication to community development, explained his decision to switch parties.

?I believe the APC offers the platform to achieve the vision of a better Kano and a stronger Nigeria. My move is guided by a desire to contribute more effectively to good governance and development,? he stated during his visit.

The defection was celebrated by top APC leaders in Kano, including the party?s state chairman, Prince Abdullahi Abbas, popularly known as ?an Sarki, Jikan Sarki, and other key stakeholders.

Welcoming Hon. Abbas to the party, the APC leader commended his decision and assured him of full support. ?Hon. Abbas Sani Abbas is a dedicated grassroots mobilizer and a leader committed to the service of humanity. We are proud to have him join our great party,? he remarked.

Speaking further, the APC leader emphasized the party?s commitment to inclusivity and development. ?Together, we will continue to promote the values of good governance, inclusivity, and service to humanity. This is a significant moment for our party in Kano as we strengthen our ranks with capable individuals like Hon. Abbas,? he added.

Prince Abdullahi Abbas also expressed confidence that the former commissioner?s experience and dedication would add value to the party?s efforts in Kano State and beyond.

Party loyalists and political observers in Kano have hailed the defection as a significant boost for the APC, particularly in its grassroots mobilization efforts. Many believe Hon. Abbas?s entry into the APC will solidify the party?s influence in rural communities across the state.

Hon. Abbas concluded by expressing optimism about his new political journey. ?I am fully committed to working with the APC leadership to ensure a brighter future for Kano State and Nigeria as a whole,? he said. (Channels TV)

?L-R: Chairman of the APC in Kano State, Prince Abdullahi Abbas, former commissioner for Rural and Community Development in Kano State, Hon Abbas Sani Abbas and the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin when the ex-commissioner joined the APC at the residence of Senator Barau in Kano on Friday.

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