Kano Business Leaders Back Governor Yusuf for Re-election

On September 28, 2026, the Kano business community, representing 25 major markets in the state, endorsed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for a second term in office. This endorsement was announced by Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Director General of Media and Publicity to the governor, during a dinner held at Africa House, Government House, Kano.

The business community was led by Alhaji Sabiu Bako, an elder statesman and business mogul. The endorsement was facilitated by Alhaji Munzali Mazaf, who coordinated the gathering of market representatives.

The business leaders expressed their support for Governor Yusuf’s re-election bid under the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform, praising his administration's policies that enhance economic activities and create a favorable business environment. They specifically commended the modernization of markets, urban renewal projects, ease-of-doing-business initiatives, and tax reforms.

The business community assured the governor of their continued cooperation and support for the development of Kano State.