FORMER KANO GOVERNOR TO JOIN ADC AS OBI-KWANKWASO ALLIANCE GAINS MOMENTUM
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By: Fasasi Hammad
The camps of former Kano State governor Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi have confirmed ongoing talks that could result in a joint presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election.
Kwankwaso is expected to formally declare for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) today and will be received by the party’s National Chairman, David Mark, and Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola. He is likely to join alongside former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo.
Ahead of his defection, Kwankwaso visited former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in Abuja after meeting with Aregbesola. He had also received Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson during the Sallah durbar in Kano.
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Kwankwaso announced his resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Sunday, citing the need for political realignment. “I wish to formally announce my resignation from the NNPP with immediate effect,” he stated, describing the decision as difficult given his long-standing association with the party.
He added, “Considering the current trajectory of Nigeria’s political landscape, which calls for strategic realignment, I have found it necessary to join another platform that offers the best opportunity to effect meaningful change.” He expressed gratitude to the NNPP leadership, including National Chairman Ajuji Ahmed, members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, and party supporters for their loyalty and support.
NNPP National Publicity Secretary Ladipo Johnson acknowledged that a political shift is inevitable if Obi and Kwankwaso agree to collaborate. He explained that the party would make decisions in accordance with its constitution regarding alliances and support should Kwankwaso contest under the ADC. Johnson also emphasized Kwankwaso’s enduring political strength in Kano despite recent challenges.
Dr. Yunusa Tanko, former Obi campaign spokesman and National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, said the idea of an Obi-Kwankwaso ticket is gaining traction. He noted that both leaders’ positions have evolved since the 2023 elections and asserted that they are likely to collaborate if the opportunity arises. Tanko dismissed speculation about forming a new political party as impractical at this stage, suggesting instead that opposition parties could form a broader alliance for the 2027 elections.
Both Tanko and Johnson refuted claims that Obi’s recent visit to Kano involved a “rented crowd,” stressing that the large turnout reflected spontaneous goodwill from supporters. Tanko said, “The love shown to Obi was spontaneous. These are not even Obidient members. Anyone claiming otherwise misunderstands the situation. You cannot rent a crowd for Kwankwaso — no way.”
The discussions indicate growing momentum toward a possible strategic alliance between Obi and Kwankwaso, with the pathway to a joint ticket likely to be influenced by the preferences of supporters and broader opposition coordination.
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