A former media aide to ex-Kano State governor Abdullahi Ganduje, Salihu Tanko Yakasai, has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking another political shift ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Yakasai announced his defection in a statement shared on social media, explaining that the decision followed extensive consultations with family members, friends, and political associates. He stated that the move represents a new political direction and aligns with his current vision for Nigeria’s future.
According to him, he has already submitted his resignation letter to the APC and completed his registration with the ADC. He also encouraged supporters and interested Nigerians to join the party, noting that membership registration can be completed online with ease.
Yakasai expressed optimism about the ADC’s prospects, praying that the party would emerge as a strong political force capable of forming government and delivering benefits to Nigerians. His statement reflects growing confidence among opposition figures seeking alternative platforms ahead of the next election cycle.
The former aide previously served as Director-General of Media and Communications to Ganduje during his tenure as governor of Kano State. Over the years, Yakasai has remained an active figure in Nigerian politics, particularly in the northern region.
His political journey has been marked by multiple party movements. In 2022, he left the APC to join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), where he contested as the party’s governorship candidate in Kano State during the 2023 elections. He later returned to the APC before making his latest move to the ADC.
Political analysts say Yakasai’s defection highlights ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s political landscape as politicians reposition themselves ahead of 2027. The ADC, in particular, has recently gained attention following a wave of high-profile defections, including reports that several lawmakers have joined the party in recent weeks.
Observers believe such developments could strengthen the ADC’s position as a growing opposition platform capable of challenging established parties. The party has been actively expanding its structure and attracting new members across different regions of the country.
Meanwhile, there has been no immediate official response from the APC leadership regarding Yakasai’s exit. However, defections remain a common feature of Nigerian politics, especially as elections approach and political actors seek favourable platforms to pursue their ambitions.
As preparations for the 2027 elections continue to gather momentum, analysts expect more political realignments, alliances, and strategic movements among key stakeholders. These shifts are likely to shape the balance of power and influence the dynamics of the upcoming electoral contest.
Yakasai’s move, therefore, adds to the growing list of political changes already unfolding, signaling what could be an increasingly competitive and unpredictable political landscape in the lead-up to 2027.
