Kano Entertainer Jamilu Garko Rejects Campaign Council Role

Kano entertainer Jamilu Garko has turned down his appointment as an assistant director in the entertainment section of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s campaign council. He stated that he was not consulted before his name was added to the list.

Garko, who leads the Da Hannuna campaign team under the Arewa for Asiwaju group, made his announcement in a statement released on Monday night. He emphasized that he would not take part in the council’s activities until he has been properly consulted about the appointment.

He mentioned that if the governor’s team had reached out to him beforehand, he would have suggested someone else for the role instead of accepting it himself. Garko’s name was listed as number 169 among the council members in the entertainment category.

Despite his rejection, Garko expressed gratitude to Governor Yusuf for considering him for the position. He confirmed that he would continue to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) and work towards its success in the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Garko is a well-known figure in Northern Nigeria, recognized for using music to engage with politicians and election campaigns. As chairman of the Da Hannuna campaign team, he has actively worked to gather support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election efforts.