Kwankwaso Takes Action as Kano Governor Secures Majority Support To Join APC
- The 2023 New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwakwaso, has issued a serious warning
- Kwankwaso has taken a crucial move after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf secured majority support to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC)
- The former two-term governor warned his political opponents about what to expect in the 2027 elections
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
Kano State - The leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwakwaso, has reportedly opened a “loyalty register” to document elected officials and support groups who intend to remain with the NNPP.
The “loyalty register” was opened at Kwakwaso’s Miller Road, Kano residence.
Kwankwaso made the decision after Governor Abba Yusuf secured the consent of the majority of elected officials, party executives, and influential support groups to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Governor Yusuf is said to have successfully drawn significant support from the Kwankwasiyya movement.
As reported by the Guardian, Kwankwaso retains the support of three federal lawmakers and a senator, while Governor Yusuf has the backing of the 21 members of the House of Representatives.
Governor Yusuf is alleged to be seeking “liberation” from Kwankwaso’s overbearing influence.
The planned defection to the APC will allow him to address Kano state’s development challenges independently.
However, opponents have labelled the move as the “ultimate betrayal” of their long-standing political struggle.
Kwankwaso, who opposed Yusuf’s defection to APC, has warned political opponents not to underestimate the NNPP.
The 2023 NNPP presidential candidate warned his opponents to expect surprises at the 2027 elections
He confidently stated that NNPP would defy expectations in the upcoming elections.
Kwankwaso stated this while addressing supporters at his Kano residence.
The former Kano governor said that the NNPP is being underrated by those unfamiliar with the dynamics of Nigerian politics.
He reassured supporters that the NNPP remains strong and prepared, urging them to stay focused and committed as the 2027 elections approach.
Kwankwaso sends message to Governor Yusuf
Recall that Kwankwaso sends heartfelt birthday wishes to Governor Yusuf amid political tensions.
Kwankwaso reflects on their political journey from mentorship to governance, highlighting their close relationship.
Public reactions to Kwankwaso's message reveal ongoing support and criticism surrounding the political landscape in Kano.
How Governor Yusuf, Kwankwaso fell out
Legit.ng also reported that Governor Yusuf and his long-time political mentor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, are locked in a growing political rift.
The crisis intensified following Yusuf’s rumoured defection from the NNPP to the APC, a move sources say is aimed at securing his political future ahead of 2027.
The fallout has further destabilised the NNPP in Kano, splitting the party into factions and reopening debates about godfatherism in Nigerian politics.
Source: Legit.ng
