Kwankwaso Dumps NNPP, Strikes To Be part of ADC Monday

The Nationwide Chief of the New Nigeria Folks’s Occasion (NNPP), Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has concluded all crucial preparations to hitch the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

That is as the previous Kano State governor on Saturday met with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar in Abuja, in what observers see as a part of ongoing political realignments forward of the 2027 normal elections.

A press release by the spokesman of the Kwankwasiyya Motion, Dr. Habibu Mohammed, stated the previous governor of Kano State would formally register with ADC in Kano on Monday.

The assertion stated: “In furtherance of this determination, he’ll formally register with the celebration on Monday, March 30, 2026, at his residence, Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Street, Kano, by 12pm.”

“Consequently, all members of the Kwankwasiyya Motion are hereby directed to proceed and register with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of their respective wards, native authorities areas, and states instantly thereafter”

The assertion additionally urged supporters to completely have interaction in all celebration actions and contribute actively towards the expansion, growth, and success of the celebration in any respect ranges.

“This strategic determination, as at all times, has been taken in the perfect curiosity of the motion, our state, and the nation at massive. It displays our unwavering dedication to the development of democratic values, good governance, and the collective aspirations of the individuals.”

“We emphasise that democracy should be protected, and the desire of the individuals should at all times be revered. The Kwankwasiyya Motion stays resolute, united, and dedicated to constructing a greater and extra inclusive Nigeria.”

In the meantime, Atiku met with Kwankwaso in Abuja on Saturday as a part of ongoing political realignments forward of the 2027 normal elections.

Each males have been contenders within the final presidential election received by President Bola Tinubu. Atiku, who flew the flag of the Peoples Democratic Occasion (PDP), completed second, whereas Kwankwaso, candidate of the NNPP, secured important assist in Kano.

Confirming the assembly, Atiku stated it was a courtesy go to throughout which they mentioned nationwide points.

“This night, I acquired the previous Governor of Kano State and the Presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Folks’s Occasion (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on a courtesy go to. We had a sturdy dialogue on the state of the nation,” he wrote on his social media handles.

Kwankwaso’s assembly with Atiku is coming every week after the previous Kano State governor hosted key opposition figures at his residence in Kano as a part of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Amongst these in attendance have been former Labour Occasion presidential candidate, Peter Obi; Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; and former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson.

The gathering, held at Kwankwaso’s Miller Street residence, attracted supporters and well-wishers, making a festive ambiance within the Kano metropolis.

The go to, which coincided with the annual Kwankwasiyya Sallah festivities, noticed the political figures trade greetings with the host and Muslim devoted celebrating the event.

Ahmad Sorondinki

Times Nigeria