Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has retained his deputy, Murtala Sule Garo, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.
The decision ends speculation over the deputy governorship slot and signals the administration’s commitment to continuity ahead of the polls.
Governor Yusuf submitted the party’s nomination forms before the electoral deadline, opting to retain the current ticket.
Party leaders described the move as a strategic step to strengthen unity and stability.
Deputy Governor Murtala Sule Garo pledged continued loyalty to the administration and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Governor Yusuf’s development agenda if re-elected.
Political observers say the decision reinforces party unity and could strengthen its chances in the keenly contested 2027 Kano governorship election.