The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, has asked Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf to join the party.
Ganduje extended the invitation on Thursday while meeting party stakeholders in Kano.
“I am appealing to Governor Yusuf along with his members from the NNPP to defect to the ruling APC at the national level to ensure massive political growth of the state.
“We are also working very hard to ensure more members of the National Assembly from Kano State and others from other political parties to join hands with the progressives as doors of the party remains open for all.
“We will provide an enabling environment for all defectors for the overall political growth of our party and state.
“I want to assure the good people of Kano State that the Federal Government will continue to initiate policies and programmes that will enhance the well-being of the people.
“I also want to assure you that there is move for other governors from various political parties to joint our party.
“Very soon, some governors and members of the National Assembly from other political parties will join the APC,” Ganduje said.
He stated that the Kano State chapter of the party had embraced the Supreme Court’s decision with sincerity and commended President Bola Tinubu for his dedication to the party.
Reflecting on the apex court’s ruling regarding the Kano governorship, Ganduje mentioned that the party aims to establish a robust platform that fosters unity among its members and welcomes individuals interested in joining.
The APC national chairman, also the former governor of Kano state, noted that party stakeholders had conveyed their gratitude to Tinubu for his backing and commitment to Kano.
Ganduje emphasized that following the stakeholders’ meeting, the APC in Kano reaffirmed its position as the largest political party in Africa and remains receptive to hundreds of new members eager to join, aligning with its progressive principles.
”The door of the APC is open to wooing new members to the party across the country and in Diaspora as a group or individual level, because of the good governance and sound promises of the party.
“So, in order to enhance unity, progress and development of Kano State, the stakeholders’ meeting expressed commitment to continue to pursue the path of dialogue with individuals, associations or political parties ready to join the APC,” he said.
The APC national chairman expressed gratitude to party members for their maturity, support, and patience throughout the duration of the legal dispute. He urged them to maintain composure and adhere to the law.
