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 Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has firmly addressed the ongoing rumours of a dispute with his political mentor, Rabiu Kwankwaso.<br />
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 Speaking in a midnight interview at Government House on Wednesday, November 6, Yusuf denied any tensions, dismissing claims that he was distancing himself from Kwankwaso&#8217;s influence in the state&#8217;s governance.
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 <em>&#8220;I have no problem with my leader (Kwankwaso),&#8221;</em> Yusuf asserted, condemning the &#8216;Abba Tsaya Da Kafarka&#8217; (Stand on Your Own Feet, Abba) movement, which encourages him to assert independence from Kwankwaso.
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 Rumored feud with Kwankwaso false &#8211; Gov Yusuf<br />
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 <em>&#8220;It’s a slap on my face as governor of Kano; it means I should betray him,&#8221;</em> he added, expressing disbelief at the accusations. Yusuf described the rumours as <em>&#8220;unfounded&#8221; </em>and <em>&#8220;false.&#8221;</em>
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 The governor also reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiyya ideology, which he described as focused on education and human capital development.
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 <em>&#8220;I am 100% loyal to our Kwankwasiyya ideology,&#8221;</em> Yusuf declared, pointing to the movement&#8217;s longstanding commitment to these principles.
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 Addressing claims of avoiding Kwankwaso&#8217;s calls or snubbing meetings, Yusuf categorically rejected them, attributing such reports to misrepresentation.
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 He further emphasised his commitment to the shared political vision and his respect for journalism, despite the false reports.
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 Yusuf’s statements come as rumours continue to circulate regarding potential fractures in the relationship between him and Kwankwaso, a significant figure in Kano&#8217;s political landscape.
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