Kano's upcoming by-election will serve as a litmus test for the APC's strength in anticipation of the 2027 elections, according to Yusuf

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has described the outcome of the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency by-election as a test for the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections.
nYusuf, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, said the turnout and peaceful conduct of the election showed that people remained behind the APC and its programmes.
nHe said the election was conducted in a free, fair and credible manner that reflected the choice of the electorate.
nYusuf commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for the conduct of the exercise and applauded security agencies for ensuring a peaceful atmosphere.
nHe congratulated the APC candidate on the victory and urged him to remain committed to effective representation.
nThe governor said the result showed that the APC remained a dominant force in Kano State and was well positioned for future elections.
nHe criticised the New Democratic Congress for not fielding a candidate, saying the party lacked a grassroots structure.
nYusuf said the by-election exposed the weakness of opposition elements in the state and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering people-oriented projects across Kano.
nHe also congratulated President Bola Tinubu and APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, on the party’s success in recent by-elections nationwide.
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