The biggest loser in Kano politics seems to be Senator Barau, as Nasir Gawuna’s potential defection to the Kwankwasiyya movement and African Democratic Congress (ADC) gains momentum. Gawuna, who polled over 800,000 votes in the 2023 governorship election, was allegedly blocked by Barau from getting federal appointments, sparking tensions between them. Now, with Gawuna likely to join forces with Kwankwaso, Barau’s governorship ambitions are dashed, and his senatorial re-election bid hangs in the balance.
President Tinubu’s efforts to stop Gawuna’s defection, including offering him the Kano Central Senatorial District ticket, have reportedly fallen flat. Gawuna’s strong support base among youths, scholars, and traders, combined with Kwankwaso’s influence, makes their alliance a formidable force in Kano politics. Barau’s chances of becoming DSP again seem slim, given the shifting landscape.
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