Kwankwaso Can Join Another Party, NNPP Chieftain Backs Gov Yusuf Leadership

Kwankwaso Can Join Another Party, NNPP Chieftain Backs Gov Yusuf Leadership

Reported by Sele Media Africa | Ihuoma Amarachi

ABUJA / KANO, NIGERIA —A senior chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has clarified ongoing leadership disputes within the party, affirming that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State is the constitutional leader of the NNPP, not former national leader Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso — who has indicated openness to joining another political party under certain conditions. [1]Alhaji Sani Danmasani, the NNPP National Vice Chairman (North‑West), made the position clear in a statement saying that despite recent political tensions and defection rumours, Governor Yusuf remains the recognised leader of the party’s structure in Kano State. The clarification comes amid reports that Kwankwaso — the NNPP founder and long‑time political figure — is considering political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, but only if offered a top ticket position such as presidential or vice‑presidential candidate by another party. [1]

Kwankwaso has publicly stated that he may join another party, but his decision would depend on securing a significant leadership slot that aligns with his political ambitions, a move that could reshape opposition alliances ahead of the 2027 polls. His openness to political partnerships reflects broader shifts within Nigeria’s political arena, particularly as defecting members and leaders reassess their positions after the ruling APC and other parties made strategic advances in recent months. [2]

Sources:

• NNPP leadership clarification — NewsDiaryOnline — https://newsdiaryonline.com/yusuf-not-kwankwaso-is-our-national-leader-nnpp-chieftain/ [1]

• Kwankwaso’s conditions for defecting — Legit.ng — https://www.legit.ng/politics/1690877-kwankwaso-sets-fresh-conditions-joining-apc-parties-2027/ [2]

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Ihuoma Amarachi Grace is a journalist with Sele Media Africa, committed to telling authentic African stories with depth and creativity. A Christian and a student of English and Literary Studies, she blends her love for writing with the art of spoken word to inspire and inform. Her voice adds a thoughtful and artistic dimension to Sele Media’s mission of amplifying unheard voices across the continent.

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