After weeks of speculation over what political platforms he would be aligning with, former Kano State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has resigned from the party with immediate effect. The move is believed to clear the way for him to join the new African Democratic Congress, ADC.
Kwankwaso announced his decision in a statement, citing the need for “strategic realignment” in response to the evolving political landscape in the country.
“I wish to formally announce my resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) with immediate effect,” he said.
In the past few weeks, Kwankwaso who leads the Kwankwassiyya Movement, a grassroots organization in Kano and neighboring states, has held high level discussions with leaders of the ADC. They include former Anambra governor, Mr. Peter Obi, Senator David Mark and former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.
The former governor, who served as the NNPP’s National Leader and presidential flagbearer in the 2023 general elections, described the decision to leave the party as difficult.
“As a committed and bonafide member of the party, this was not an easy decision to make,” he stated.
Explaining the rationale behind his exit, Kwankwaso said he intends to align with another political platform that he believes offers a better opportunity to drive national change.
“Considering the current trajectory of the nation’s political landscape, which calls for strategic realignment, I have found it necessary to identify with another political platform that offers the best opportunity to effectively change the nation,” he added.
He expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the party for their support during his time in the NNPP.
He also thanked other organs of the party, including the Board of Trustees, National Executive Committee, and members at all levels, as well as supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement.
Despite his resignation, Kwankwaso expressed willingness to continue working with party members toward national development.
With the turn of events, Kwankwaso could be picking the ADC membership card in his ward in Kano State.
