Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former governor of Kano State, has confirmed ongoing consultations with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the People's Redemption Party (PRP) but stated no final decision has been made on his political future. He said the discussions are part of a broader engagement with multiple political platforms amid turmoil within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The ADC is currently facing internal instability linked to conflicting court rulings, including a recent Supreme Court judgment and a Federal High Court decision on its national convention. Kwankwaso described the situation as reminiscent of the legal pressures that led him and allies to exit the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). He noted that the Attorney General of the Federation is also pursuing the deregistration of the ADC, compounding the party's challenges. "We have commenced wide-ranging consultations including with leaders from the NDC, PRP and others to explore the best option," Kwankwaso said. He dismissed reports suggesting he is seeking the ADC presidential ticket, stating the party has not zoned the position and he has made no declaration or endorsement. His absence from recent ADC stakeholders' meetings, he said, was due to personal reasons communicated to party leadership. Kwankwaso assured that a definitive position on his political direction will be shared in due course.
Kwankwaso cites legal interference as reason for leaving NNPP and now blames similar forces in ADC, yet continues talks with parties facing their own legal vulnerabilities. His engagement with NDC and PRP offers no guarantee of stability, given their limited national presence and past regulatory issues. The uncertainty leaves his political associates without a clear path forward. Supporters awaiting direction remain in limbo despite promises of an imminent announcement.
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