Kano Deputy Governor Resignation Sparks Political Race

Murtala Sule Garo, the former Deputy Governor of Kano State, has resigned following threats of impeachment from the Kano State House of Assembly due to alleged misconduct during his tenure. His resignation has opened a competitive race for the vacant deputy governor position, with Jibril Isma and Kabiru Ado Lakwaya emerging as frontrunners.

The political landscape is further complicated by internal conflicts within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as they prepare for the 2027 governorship elections. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is believed to have preferences among potential candidates, which include former APC national chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau.

The resignation has created a political vacuum, prompting strategic recalibrations among power players in Kano. Garo is recognized for his strong grassroots network, while Isma and Lakwaya are also notable figures in local governance and youth engagement initiatives.