Former Kano State Deputy Governor and 2023 governorship candidate Nasir Gawuna is unlikely to return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to Premium Times. The report says Gawuna has rejected overtures from the ruling party despite widespread speculation fuelled by key political allies defecting back to the APC. Gawuna, who pursued his governorship ambition under the NDC platform without success, is reported to be holding firm ahead of the 2027 elections in Kano State.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State has rejected reports that more than 130,000 people defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the party's spokesperson, the figure is "cheap propaganda" intended to create a false impression of the ruling party's growing popularity. The NDC added that the reported defection is no cause for alarm, downplaying its political significance in the state.

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has called on residents to support President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid for 2027, highlighting Tinubu's dedication to the development of Kano State. Yusuf's appeal emphasizes the importance of backing the president for continued progress in the region.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has appointed Umar Musa Gama, known as Umar Maggi, as his Special Adviser on Assembly Matters. This announcement was made by the Governor's spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. Umar Maggi previously served as a representative in the 9th Kano State House of Assembly.

Members of the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party, saying the opposition party offers a better platform for the state's political future. According to Daily Trust, the group, led by Comrade Ezekiel Adepoju, announced their defection in Offa Local Government Area. The defectors stated their decision was based on their view of the PDP as a stronger vehicle for Kwara's politics, though further details of their reasons were not provided.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has mobilised support for President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressing confidence the party will win forthcoming elections in the state. According to Leadership newspaper, Idris spoke in Birnin Kebbi while receiving members of hunters' associations from the state's 21 local government areas, who visited to pledge their backing for the governor and the ruling party.