BREAKING: Senator Kawu Samaila Defects from NNPP to APC

Senator Kawu Samaila, who represents Kano South in the National Assembly, has officially confirmed his defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The senator made the announcement in a brief statement posted on his official Facebook page, putting an end to days of speculation surrounding his political future.

“Yes, it is true — the rumors regarding my defection are accurate,” he wrote. “All politics is local, and my primary concern has always been, and remains, the welfare of my immediate constituency. I am resolutely determined to advance the lives of my people, ensuring their needs are met and their future is secured.”

Senator Samaila’s move is expected to have significant implications for the political landscape in Kano State, particularly as the 2027 general elections begin to take shape.