POLITICS in Kano State has never been short of intrigue, power calculations, and strategic alignments. Yet, the emerging contest over who secures the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the Bagwai/Shanono Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 elections appears to reflect something deeper than an ordinary constituency struggle. At the centre of the unfolding political tension is former House of Representatives member, Farouk Lawan—a figure whose political legacy continues to generate debate within Kano and beyond. From all indications, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf appears determined to influence who emerges as the APC candidate for the constituency. Political observers believe the…
Author: Nasir S. Gwangwazo
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