2027: Nigerians express mixed reactions over possible Obi–Kwankwaso ticket
Talk about a possible joint ticket between Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso for the 2027 election is causing different reactions across Nigeria. It will be recalled that in the 2023 election, Obi contested under the Labour Party, while Kwankwaso ran as the candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party. Recently, Kwankwaso met with leaders of […]
‘You’re APC mole, can’t bully me’ – Nafiu Bala replies Kwankwaso as ADC crisis deepens
A factional leader of the African Democratic Congress, Nafiu Bala Gombe, has responded strongly to comments made by Rabiu Kwankwaso over the ongoing crisis in the party. Reports say the ADC, which is currently home to several opposition figures planning to challenge Bola Tinubu in 2027, has been facing serious internal leadership problems. The crisis […]
APC miscalculated, never thought Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso could work together – Dele Momodu
A member of the African Democratic Congress, Dele Momodu, has said the All Progressives Congress made a wrong assumption about the opposition. He explained that the ruling party believed that Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso would never come together politically. Speaking on Morning Show on Arise Television, Momodu claimed that the APC is […]
2027: Obi–Kwankwaso talks rekindle fresh plot to unseat Tinubu
The recent meeting between Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in Kano has sparked renewed discussions about a possible alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections. The visit, which took place during the Sallah period, has drawn attention from political observers across the country. Details from the meeting suggest that both leaders discussed strategies aimed […]
Unprepared leaders are Africa’s problem – Obasanjo
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that poor leadership remains the major obstacle to Africa’s development. He made this remark while speaking to graduates of the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute during a lecture held in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The event was part of activities marking Obasanjo’s 89th birthday celebration. It took place at the […]
He has long been expelled – NNPP disowns Kwankwaso over supreme court controversy
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has publicly distanced itself from former presidential candidate Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, following controversy surrounding his claim that he helped arrange a meeting between Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf and some Supreme Court judges in 2019. The party said Kwankwaso’s statement has nothing to do with the NNPP and […]
Kano govt cautions Yusuf’s supporters over comments against Kwankwaso
The Kano State Government has cautioned supporters of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to avoid making offensive or provocative remarks against Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement. The warning was issued by Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General of Media and Publicity at Government House, during a motorcycle distribution event attended by the […]
Nobody betrays Kwankwaso and ends well, ask Ganduje – Kwankwasiyya chief warns Gov Yusuf
A prominent leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement has warned Governor Umaru Yusuf of Kano State, cautioning him against betraying former governor Rabiu Kwankwaso. The party chieftain cited the example of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, suggesting that those who turn against Kwankwaso face serious political consequences. The warning comes amid reports of political disagreements within the party, […]
Defection: Gov Yusuf only following your footsteps – Shekarau tells Kwankwaso
Former Kano State Governor, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, has come out in defense of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf amid criticism from Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement. Kwankwaso had labeled Governor Yusuf’s recent defection to the APC as an act of “betrayal,” but Shekarau argued the governor is only following a precedent set by […]
2027: Lead us into APC – Kano supporters tell Kwankwaso
Supporters of Rabiu Kwankwaso in Kano State have asked him to lead their faction into the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. They said Kwankwaso’s leadership and experience could help shape the political direction of the party in the state. The supporters made the call during a series of meetings in […]