2027: Kwankwaso Officially Joins ADC

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and ex-Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Kwankwaso, who is also a former Minister of Defence, registered with the party and received his membership card on Monday at Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Road, Bompai, in Kano.

The event was attended by several prominent political figures, including the ADC National Chairman and former Senate President, David Mark; former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal; and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.

Others present were former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi; Senator Dino Melaye; and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, John Odigie-Oyegun, among others.

The development comes barely a day after Kwankwaso announced his resignation from the NNPP.

“I wish to formally announce my resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party with immediate effect,” he said in a statement issued on Sunday.

Kwankwaso described his exit from the party as a difficult but necessary step, citing the need to align with a platform that offers better prospects for national transformation.

“As a committed and bona fide member of the party, this was not an easy decision to make. However, 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 said.

The former governor expressed gratitude to the leadership of the NNPP, including its National Chairman, Ajuji Ahmed, as well as other organs of the party for their support during his time.

He also acknowledged members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and his supporters for their loyalty and commitment.

“We shall continue to collaborate and work together towards charting a better and more prosperous future for our dear nation,” he added.

Kwankwaso’s defection signals a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape, as key actors continue to reposition ahead of future elections.