Kano State, a powerhouse of northern politics, just hosted a meeting that many say will ripple into 2027. The APC’s stakeholders convened — elders, local power brokers, aspirants, party functionaries — to map strategy, assign roles, and, perhaps most importantly, stake claims.
In Nigeria’s political chess game, such gatherings are rarely routine. They are board resets. Faces shift. Alliances realign. The question in many minds: who emerged stronger from Kano’s huddle?
What Emerged from the Meeting
Attendance & Representation: Reports say that a cross-section of Kano APC’s biggest voices were present — senators, state executives, local government chairpersons, and ward-level leaders. This breadth signals that the meeting was meant to unify, not just announce.
Focus on 2027: Though not publicly branded as a 2027 summit, insiders say much of the discussion revolved around aspirants in Kano, strategy for delegate selection, zoning considerations, and endorsement plans.
Internal Reshuffling: Some sources indicate that committee assignments were redistributed, with certain stalwarts moved closer to power centers.
Messaging & Branding: The meeting also emphasized renewal, “listening to the grassroots,” and rebuilding APC’s narrative in Kano after recent losses or dissatisfaction.
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Tension Under the Surface: Quiet clashes reportedly occurred over who gets tickets, who controls patronage, and how resources will be allocated among stakeholders. As always, money follows influence.
