After a series of marathon meetings between Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, former National Chairman of APC, Dr Umar Abdullahi Ganduje, and other stakeholders, the main contender for Kano North Senatorial District, Muhammad Tijjani Gwarzo, has stepped down for the incumbent Senator, Barau Jibrin.

New Telegraph had earlier reported that the contest between Jibrin and Gwarzo steered the honest nest in the Kano political cycle, with the duo fighting a no-surrender battle to occupy the Northern Senatorial District seat.

However, the persistent and dogged stance of Governor Yusuf finally resulted in the reconciliation position.

Speaking while stepping down, Muhammad Tijjani Gwarzo, a former Minister of Housing and also former Deputy Governor, said he has made the decision to allow peace to reign and help the All Progressives Congress (APC) win its election in all positions.

He said, “After a series of stakeholders meetings and the intervention of our Leader, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other leaders, I’m pleased to announce my stepping down for my brother Senator Barau Jibrin”.

Gwarzo emphasised that he was stepping down to ensure that APC remains a family and united, which will make it win elections from bottom to top.

He commented on President Tinubu for his fatherly role and also thanked Governor Yusuf.

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, while responding, commended Governor Yusuf for showing leadership to end the contest Debacles and also saluted Ganduje and other leaders for their roles.

He assured that APC would remain one family in Kano that will ensure the victory of President Tinubu, Governor Yusuf and all other positions.