APC Legacy Group Submits Three Nominees for Kano Deputy Governor Slot to Gov. Yusuf

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Legacy Group in Kano have presented a shortlist of three nominees to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the position of Deputy Governor, following recent political developments in the state.

The submission was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Magaji Umar Gwammaja, a prominent member of the APC Legacy Group.

According to Gwammaja, the move comes in the wake of shifting political alignments and the resignation of former Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, on March 27, 2026.

He revealed that the list features three notable political figures: Rabiu Sulaiman Bichi, Kabiru Alhassan Rurum, and Murtala Sule Garo.

Gwammaja described Bichi as a strong contender with vast experience across state and federal institutions, as well as the development sector. His previous roles include Managing Director of the Urban Development Bank of Nigeria (UDBN), Managing Director of the Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA), Commissioner, and Secretary to the State Government. He currently serves as the head of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority.

On Rurum, Gwammaja noted his extensive legislative background, having served three terms in the Kano State House of Assembly representing Rano Constituency, including a tenure as Speaker. He is currently serving his second term in the House of Representatives, representing Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure Federal Constituency.

He also highlighted Garo’s experience in public administration, noting that despite ongoing litigation, he has held several key positions, including State Organising Secretary, Executive Chairman of Kabo Local Government, and Commissioner in the Kano State Executive Council for eight consecutive years.

Gwammaja further stated that the nominees would undergo security screening and profiling by relevant agencies in Abuja to verify their suitability and integrity for the office.

He added that upon completion of the process, Governor Yusuf is expected to consult with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before forwarding a final nominee to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation, in line with constitutional provisions.