Senator Barau Empowers APC Leaders in Kano with 47 Cars, 282 Motorcycles

The Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, has distributed 47 Sharon vehicles and 282 Boxer motorcycles to leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano North Senatorial District as part of a large-scale empowerment programme aimed at strengthening party structure and grassroots mobilisation.

The distribution exercise, held in Kano State, also covered former party officials in the district. According to organisers, the initiative is designed to improve mobility for party activities, enhance coordination, and support beneficiaries in building sustainable livelihoods.

Senator Barau Empowers APC Leaders in Kano with 282 Motorcycles

Speaking at the event on Wednesday, the Chief of Staff to the Deputy Senate President, Muhammad Abdullahi, said the programme was targeted at promoting self-reliance and human development among recipients.

He praised Senator Barau for consistent interventions in the senatorial district, saying the empowerment items would help improve living standards and ease transportation challenges faced by party officials.

Abdullahi also urged beneficiaries not to sell the vehicles and motorcycles, but to use them productively to generate income and support their families.

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The media aide to Senator Barau, Shittu Madaki, confirmed the distribution, stating that the items included 47 cars and 282 motorcycles, with additional empowerment packages expected in subsequent phases.

He noted that the initiative reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen APC structures and deepen grassroots engagement in Kano North.

Also speaking, the State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Agenda, Salihu Takai, said the programme aligns with the grassroots implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s policy direction under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

According to him, the empowerment drive is not an isolated intervention but part of a sustained development effort in the district, with more support programmes expected.

Beneficiaries included APC local government chairmen, secretaries, and former party officials, many of whom expressed appreciation for the gesture, describing it as timely support for party operations and grassroots mobilisation.

The programme has also generated public discussion, with supporters praising it as a boost for political organisation and economic empowerment, while critics argue that such initiatives reflect the broader role of political patronage in Nigeria’s democratic system.

Senator Barau Empowers APC Leaders in Kano with 47 Cars, 282 Motorcycles

Garo’s Appointment as Deputy Sparks Optimism for APC in Kano

A political pressure group within the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Emerging Progressives Leaders’ Forum, has commended Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for appointing Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor, describing the move as strategic and capable of reshaping the party’s political fortunes in the state.

In a statement issued by its National Coordinator, Hafiz Idris, the forum said the appointment reflects a clear understanding of Kano’s complex political dynamics and the need for experienced leadership to strengthen governance and party cohesion.

The group noted that Kano remains a critical political battleground in Nigeria, making leadership choices within the state highly consequential for both governance and future electoral outcomes.

According to the forum, Garo’s selection underscores a deliberate effort to stabilise the political structure and foster unity among stakeholders amid ongoing realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The forum highlighted Garo’s extensive public service record, pointing to his previous roles in Kano’s political landscape, including his experience in legislative and executive positions, as well as his reputation as a grassroots mobiliser with deep connections across communities.

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It described him as a loyal party stalwart whose contributions to the growth of the APC in Kano have been significant over the years.

“Hon. Murtala Sule Garo is a grassroots politician with vast experience and deep connection with the people. His choice will not only consolidate governance but also reposition the APC for greater strength and unity in Kano State,” the statement read.

The group further expressed confidence that the Yusuf-Garo partnership would promote inclusiveness, improve coordination within government, and enhance service delivery across the state.

It added that the appointment could help bridge internal divisions within the APC, encouraging reconciliation among party factions and strengthening the party’s structure at both the state and grassroots levels.

Observers say the endorsement reflects broader efforts by political actors within the APC to reposition the party in Kano following recent electoral shifts and internal challenges.

The forum also urged party members and supporters to rally behind the new deputy governor, stressing that unity, discipline, and collective commitment are essential to achieving the party’s long-term objectives.

With political activities gradually building ahead of the next election cycle, the group maintained that strategic alliances such as the Yusuf-Garo pairing could play a decisive role in shaping Kano’s political direction in the coming years.

Garo’s Appointment as Deputy Sparks Optimism for APC in Kano

Senate Minority Whip Osita Ngwu, Aliyu Wadada Defect to APC

The political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections intensified on the floor of the Senate as the Senate Minority Whip representing Enugu West, Osita Ngwu, officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing internal crises within his former party.

His defection letter was formally read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, confirming his exit from the opposition caucus and entry into the ruling party.

In a similar development, Senator Aliyu Wadada, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, also announced his defection from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) to the APC. His decision further strengthens the ruling party’s numerical advantage in the upper chamber.

Following Ngwu’s departure, the Senate announced Senator Tony Nwoye as the new Minority Whip, marking an immediate reshuffle within the opposition leadership structure in the chamber.

The defections add to the growing wave of political defections in Nigeria’s Senate as lawmakers continue to reposition themselves ahead of the 2027 elections. Analysts say the trend reflects internal crises within opposition parties and the increasing consolidation of power by the APC.

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With the latest defections, the APC has further strengthened its numerical advantage in the Senate, continuing a pattern of steady gains from opposition parties, particularly the PDP and SDP.

Political observers say the development underscores a broader shift in Nigeria’s legislative politics, where lawmakers are increasingly aligning with the ruling party ahead of election cycles.

In a related development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu forwarded a ministerial nominee, Muttaqha Darma, to the Senate for screening and confirmation.

The President also requested the confirmation of Lamido Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), a key institution responsible for monetary policy and financial stability.

The requests were read by the Senate President and subsequently referred to the Committee of the Whole for legislative consideration.

The latest defections and executive nominations come amid heightened political activity in the National Assembly as parties reposition for the 2027 general elections. Analysts warn that continued defections could weaken opposition parties further and reshape legislative balance, potentially giving the APC even greater control over lawmaking and political negotiations.

As the election season approaches, more realignments are expected across both chambers of the National Assembly.

Senate Minority Whip Osita Ngwu, Aliyu Wadada Defect to APC