The newly appointed Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Yusuf Abdullahi, has pledged to deliver Kano State to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.

Abdullahi, who made the statement while briefing newsmen shortly after arriving in Kano on Sunday, also expressed his dedication to advancing President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

He further stressed his commitment to the housing programme under the Renewed Hope initiative, commending the president for his appointment.

The minister also vowed to ensure that APC recaptures Kano State in the 2027 general elections.

“This appointment is for the citizens of Kano State and Nigeria,” he said. “I assure the President that, God willing, Kano State will return to be an APC stronghold in 2027.”

Abdullahi pointed out that his appointment was primarily due to the political significance of Kano Central, a region with a substantial voter base. “I will continue to be present in my ward and constituency to strengthen our political base,” he explained.

The minister stressed the importance of completing ongoing projects under his ministry, particularly those related to the Renewed Hope Agenda. He also expressed confidence in his ability to fulfil these commitments, drawing on his experience as a former Speaker and Majority Leader of the State House of Assembly.

“Kano Central has the highest number of voters. It has 65% of the registered voters and has no major appointments. But now, the president has appointed me, and as they say, I have been in the House of Assembly since 1999.

“I was a speaker, majority leader, and Special Adviser to the Governor. So, we are confident in our ability to win Kano State,” he said