Abba Kabir Yusuf: The Protege Turned Turncoat in Kano State Politics

Abba Kabir Yusuf, mentored by Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, transitioned from a protege to a turncoat in Nigerian politics. Starting as Kwankwaso's assistant in 1999, Yusuf rose through the ranks to contest gubernatorial elections in Kano State.

Despite initial losses and defections between parties like PDP and NNPP, a Supreme Court ruling in January 2024 declared him the duly elected Governor of Kano State. His journey highlights the complexities of loyalty, mentorship, and political realignments in Nigerian politics.