Prominent leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), have arrived at the residence of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso ahead of the official defection of the former Kano State Governor to the party.
Naija News reports that Kwankwaso, in a statement via his account on Monday, expressed delight at welcoming the opposition leaders to his residence.
Sharing pictures of their arrival, the former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) wrote, “Delighted to welcome distinguished leaders and statesmen from across the nation to my Kano residence today.”
See the pictures.
Rabiu Kwankwaso, Rotimi Amaechi and others
Aminu Tambuwal and Rabiu Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso and David Mark
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso
Naija News recalls that Kwankwaso had officially resigned from the NNPP. He made this known in a statement released on Sunday, which he personally signed.
In the message, he explained that his decision followed recent changes in the country’s political direction, which he believes now require him to move on a different path.
Kwankwaso said he was thankful for the chance to serve as the party’s national leader and also represent it in the 2023 presidential election.
He admitted that leaving the party was not an easy choice for him, considering his role and commitment over time.
Despite this, he stated that the present political situation in the country has made it necessary for him to align with another platform.
According to him, this move is aimed at securing a better position to contribute to efforts to bring about change in the nation.
The former Kano State Governor is set to officially join the ADC today, 30th March, ahead of the 2027 general elections.