The Special Adviser to the Kano State Governor on Digital Economy, Yusuf Sharada, has outlined the reasons members of the Kwankwasiyya movement are considering a defection to the All Progressives Congress, citing the need to access greater benefits and opportunities at the federal level.
Sharada made the remarks on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, where he argued that some entitlements are being withheld because the movement does not belong to the party controlling the federal government.
“There are so many issues that led us to conclude that maybe all these are happening because we do not belong to the party (APC) that is controlling the centre, and there are so many projects that somehow are beyond the state apparatus.
“There are some states that are within the party controlling the centre and are enjoying all these projects, and we are not enjoying them.”
According to Sharada, although Kano State receives its statutory allocation, the funds are insufficient to meet development needs, prompting the search for additional opportunities to advance development in the North-West state.
He also raised concerns over ongoing legal disputes within the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), warning that such challenges could threaten political stability ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“We have seen what has transpired in Zamfara, and we don’t want it to repeat itself in Kano state. That’s why we want to have a safer platform that will allow all our elective office holders to contest yet another election, and if given a mandate by the people to continue administering the state.”
The governor’s aide, however, clarified that Kano State has not been entirely deprived of its entitlements.
“I’m not saying that they completely denied us our rights. But of course, if you find yourself in opposition, you may not likely get what you want”.
Sharada further explained the difference between guaranteed rights and political advantages, saying, “There are things that are your right, and there are things you are privileged because you align with people at the centre”.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement, popularly referred to as the ‘Red Cap Revolution’, was founded by former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Sharada’s comments come amid growing speculation that the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, may be preparing to leave the NNPP for the APC.
