The Kano State Government has refuted rumors suggesting that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has abandoned the signature red cap associated with the Kwankwasiyya movement.
Speaking on the issue, the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, clarified that no directive was issued asking supporters to stop wearing the movement’s traditional red cap and white attire.
The clarification followed the governor’s appearance at a political gathering in Yola, Adamawa State, where he was seen alongside Vice President Kashim Shettima, Mai Mala Buni, and other prominent figures.
Yusuf’s outfit at the event had sparked speculation about a possible rift between him and his political mentor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, whose followers are widely known for their red caps and white clothing.
Addressing the concerns via Facebook, Dawakin Tofa explained that the Yola event had a specific dress code and should not be interpreted as a political statement.
He stated, “There has been no directive to abandon the red cap. The visit to Yola was for a special occasion where attendees wore a designated outfit. Everything has its time.”