Lilian Ugwu
Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress, confirming his defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party.
Kwankwaso announced his move on Monday after obtaining his membership card, putting an end to weeks of speculation over his political future.
In a significant signal of his next political steps, he called on members of the Kwankwasiyya movement and his supporters nationwide to align with the ADC as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development is already being viewed as a major boost for the ADC, particularly in northern Nigeria, where Kwankwaso commands a strong political following and grassroots structure.
Political observers say the defection could reshape alliances within Nigeria’s opposition space, with potential implications for the balance of power ahead of 2027.
While the full impact of the move is yet to unfold, analysts believe it marks an early and strategic realignment that could influence upcoming political calculations across the country.
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