LEGIT NG
Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Nigeria’s new minister of state for housing and urban development, declared that his appointment was part of a mission to secure Kano state for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.
Ata made the statement during his first official visit to Kano following his swearing-in, expressing gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for entrusting him with the position.
He described his appointment as primarily a political strategy to bring Kano state back under APC control, Daily Trust reported.
Ata explained:
The minister went on to emphasize his commitment to this mission, indicating that he would make frequent trips to Kano to ensure that APC’s influence in the state is strengthened before the next general election.
He said:
Ata further expressed his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, stating that his appointment was for the people of Kano and Nigeria, not just for personal advancement, Vanguard reported.
