2027: Kwankwaso Confirms Talks with NDC, Says ADC in ‘Precarious Position’
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former governor of Kano State, has confirmed that he is engaged in “wide-ranging consultations” regarding his next political move following the recent Supreme Court judgment on the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Speculation about Kwankwaso’s political future has intensified since the opposition parties’ national summit held in Ibadan last month. Reports have linked him to a possible joint presidential ticket with Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State. In recent days, the rumours gained traction as supporters of both politicians circulated campaign posters on social media.
Further reports suggested that Kwankwaso and Obi were close to finalising plans to defect from the ADC to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), citing uncertainty surrounding the party’s presidential ticket.
Speaking to TheCable on Friday, Habibu Mohammed, spokesperson for the Kwankwasiyya movement, claimed that the move had already been agreed upon following unanimous endorsement by key stakeholders.
However, in a statement released Saturday night, Kwankwaso dismissed the claims, stressing that no final decision has been made regarding his political future.
“We have noted recent media reports and discussions suggesting a possible realignment within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to the current challenges facing the party,” he said.
“In light of misleading narratives in the public domain, I wish to state categorically that no final decision has been taken regarding my political future or that of my political associates.”
Kwankwaso also clarified that the ADC has yet to decide on zoning its 2027 presidential ticket or endorse any candidate.
“The ADC is yet to zone its presidential ticket or take any decision on a candidate. I have therefore neither declared any intention to run for president nor endorsed any aspirant. All speculations to the contrary are premature and unfounded,” he added.
On Thursday, the Supreme Court nullified a Court of Appeal ruling that had directed parties in the ADC leadership dispute to maintain the status quo. A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Mohammed Garba, ordered the faction led by David Mark to return to the Federal High Court for further proceedings.
Kwankwaso described the ruling as leaving the party in a “precarious position.”
“We left the NNPP due to externally influenced legal problems that made our stay difficult. The ADC has now also been forced into a similar situation,” he said.
“Consequently, like other major stakeholders, we have commenced wide-ranging consultations — including with leaders from the NDC, PRP, and others — to explore the best options for protecting our democratic interests. We will announce our decision in due course.”
He also addressed his absence from recent ADC meetings, attributing it to unavoidable personal commitments that had been duly communicated to the party leadership, rather than any imminent defection.
Kwankwaso concluded by assuring that any definitive decision regarding his political direction would be formally communicated through official channels.