The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has filed a strong petition against the Minister of State for Housing, Yusuf Atta, accusing him of unruly conduct and making inflammatory statements that could trigger unrest and instability in the state.
The party also issued a stern warning to the minister to desist from commenting on internal party affairs, noting that failure to comply could lead to his expulsion.
In a letter dated November 21, 2025, and signed by the APC Kano State Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, the party expressed concern that Atta’s remarks “could fuel misunderstandings and create disunity within the party.”
The letter was copied to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, Kano State Party Leader, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and the APC North-West Zonal Vice Chairman.
The party noted that Atta “is not assigned a public relations role within the party, and such public comments may be wrongly interpreted as official party positions.” It emphasized that matters relating to party affairs are “strictly within the purview of the APC leadership and its designated spokespersons.”
While recognizing Atta’s right to support any aspirant of his choice, the APC reminded him that “by virtue of your position as Hon. Minister and member of the Federal Executive Council, you are expected to engage on issues that will facilitate the unity of all party members.”
The letter further warned that Atta “is in the habit of making uncomplimentary and derogatory public pronouncements” and cautioned that failure to refrain from such behavior may attract “further disciplinary action.”
