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Yilwatda meets Emir Sanusi as APC begins 2027 mobilisation

APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda met with Emir Sanusi II in Kano, sparking speculation about 2027 elections and the Kano emirship tussle. com/yilwatda-meets-emir-sanusi-as-apc-begins-2027-mobilisation/

Yilwatda meets Emir Sanusi as APC begins 2027 mobilisation

APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda met with Emir Sanusi II in Kano. The meeting has sparked speculation about the 2027 elections and the Kano emirship tussle, according to Punch Nigeria and Punch.

The Daily Trust reports that the discussions held during the visit were not made public. A member of the Kano Emirate media team confirmed the meeting, saying it was a closed-door meeting.

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and has advocated for some economic policies implemented by the APC administration, such as fuel subsidy removal, though he has also criticised some of its policies. He is known for his outspoken views on governance and economic reform.

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