Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared that he has no plans to leave the party, though he remains open to discussions with other political stakeholders.
Kwankwaso, who spoke in Abuja yesterday, during the ninth National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the NNPP, dismissed speculations about his possible defection.
“Many people thought today we would announce whether I will stay in NNPP or go to another party or join some individuals. That was not the intention of the meeting. We have our party, and we are comfortable and happy,” Kwankwaso said.
He said the party remains open to alliances but insisted that the NNPP belongs to Nigerians and not a few individuals, adding that while the party is not in a hurry, it remains flexible and open to dialogue.
Earlier in his welcome address, the NNPP National Chairman, Dr Ajuji Ahmed, reaffirmed Kwankwaso as the party’s presidential candidate for 2027. He said the party had positioned itself as the “beautiful bride” of Nigerian politics ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that citizens have already made a decision on the direction of the country.
The party emphasised that while it continues to attract new members, those who decide to leave cannot be compelled to remain. Also, Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, who was represented by his deputy, Aminu Gwarzo, pledged support for Kwankwaso’s leadership, noting his contributions to strengthening the NNPP
Thursday, I was pleased to attend our party, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, in Abuja.
Using the occasion, I expressed appreciation for our party members’ efforts to propel the party forward, and I congratulated our faithful for the success we recorded in the recent elections.
In the same vein, I expressed confidence that the people in this country have made a decision on what to do in 2027. And that is why we are so happy with ourselves, because we are with the people, and the people actually know we are with them.
However, one thing is ultimately clear, we are not satisfied with many aspects of life across the country, particularly the issue of poverty. Poverty is everywhere in this country. Many communities are unable to visit the farm now. Some cannot go to the market, while some cannot even return home.
Also against the backdrop of speculations about political alignments ahead of the 2027 elections season, I cautioned our members not to be distracted by the defections and sundry talks among other politicians.
We are comfortable in the NNPP, and believe that we have something to offer at the highest leadership level of this country. We are ready to talk to anybody, but any negotiation will be collective. – RMK