Kwankwaso Officially Joins ADC, Sets Sights on 2027 Elections
Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared his intention to reclaim political influence ahead of the 2027 general elections. He urged members of the Kwankwasiyya movement to mobilise and prepare to defend their votes vigorously.
Grassroots Mobilisation and Voter Registration Drive
Kwankwaso made these remarks on Monday while receiving his membership card of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at his Miller Road residence in Kano. Addressing a crowd of supporters, the former Kano State governor directed loyalists to intensify grassroots mobilisation by registering with the party and updating their voter registration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
"I am happy to formally join the ADC. I urge all of you who have not registered to do so immediately. Beyond party registration, you must also ensure you are properly registered with INEC ahead of the elections," he stated emphatically.
Call for Vigilance and Unity in Political Strategy
Kwankwaso emphasised the critical need for preparedness, urging supporters to remain vigilant at polling units and ensure that their votes count without interference. He also called for sustained unity and mobilisation across Kano and beyond, expressing confidence that the movement would reclaim its political structure in the state.
The former senator, who recently defected from the NNPP, had previously expressed reservations about joining the ADC, citing the presence of former political rivals. However, he appeared reconciled as he was warmly received by party leaders and supporters during the event.
ADC Leadership Welcomes Kwankwaso as Boost to Opposition
The ADC National Chairman, David Mark, a former President of the Senate, welcomed Kwankwaso and his supporters, describing the move as a significant boost to opposition politics in Nigeria. Mark asserted that Kwankwaso's defection was not merely political but a strategic step toward strengthening democracy and building a united opposition front.
He accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of undermining multiparty democracy, warning of a growing tendency toward a one-party state. "At a time when Nigeria should be strengthening its democracy, we are witnessing attempts to weaken opposition voices. Nigerians must have a choice, and democracy must be built on participation, not domination," Mark declared.
He added that the alliance within the ADC reflects a collective commitment to protecting democratic values and ensuring credible alternatives for Nigerians in the upcoming electoral cycles.
