Kwankwaso willing to reconcile with Kano Gov. Yusuf

By Abdullahi  Kano

Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, says he is willing to forgive and reconcile with Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf if the governor is interested in restoring their relationship.

Kwankwaso stated this in an interview with BBC Hausa, published on his verified social media page.

He said he had never abandoned Yusuf, nor asked him to leave the political movement, adding that he still had affection for the governor.

“I never abandoned him. I never asked him to leave, and I never expelled him. I still love him,” Kwankwaso said.

The former Kano governor said political differences should not permanently destroy relationships, stressing the need for patience, forgiveness and compassion in political leadership.

The rift between Kwankwaso and Yusuf became pronounced after Yusuf, who was elected governor in 2023 on the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), later defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Kwankwaso also cited his past disagreements with former Kano Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, saying that despite their political differences, he eventually forgave and supported him.

He added that he did not see himself as a leader who compelled people to follow his wishes, noting that individuals have different backgrounds, ages, upbringing and educational experiences.

“I am not God. If Abba or anyone else wants to return, one must be patient, forgiving and compassionate, because not everyone will follow your path,” he said.