Ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress in Kano State has officially published the roster for its Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Advisory Committee.
The list features prominent Islamic scholars, political leaders and public officials from the state.
The list was released by the Kano State APC chairman, Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa, according Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf will chair the council and his deputy, Murtala Sule Garo will serve as vice chairman.
Among those named are the immediate past chairman of National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan, the Commandant-General of Kano State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, Sheikh Ali Dan Abba, a permanent commissioner at the Kano State Shariah Commission and Sheikh Nazifi Bichi, a prominent Islamic scholar.
Prominent politicians on the list include former governors Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, Senator Kabiru Gaya, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau. Others are Deputy Senate President, Barau I Jibrin, the member representing Bichi Federal Constituecy, Abubakar Kabir Bichi, Senator AbdulRahman Kawu Sumaila, Senator Rufai Sani Hanga, among others.
What You Should Know
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced its campaign advisory committee for the 2027 general elections, pulling together a diverse group of high-profile politicians, public officials, and respected Islamic scholars.
- Positive Impact: Involving prominent community leaders and religious figures helps foster broader grassroots engagement and inclusive political dialogue across the state.
- Potential Concerns: Bringing together a large and diverse group of heavyweights could lead to internal power struggles or competing interests as election preparations progress.
