The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State is open to forming alliances with other political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, according to Senator Mas'ud Doguwa, the party's state chairman. In an interview published on Wednesday, Doguwa stated that the NNPP is willing to align with like-minded parties at both state and national levels to achieve its political goals. He described politics as a field driven by interest, consultation, and consensus, and affirmed the party's readiness to pursue strategic collaborations. Doguwa emphasized ongoing efforts to strengthen the party's internal structures and expand its influence across Kano and Nigeria. "We are open to alignment with other political parties ahead of the 2027 elections, both at the state and national levels," he said. He did not rule out any potential partnerships that could advance the NNPP's agenda. At the same time, Doguwa dismissed a rival faction within the party led by a man named Abia, calling it illegitimate. He accused the group of operating on behalf of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to create confusion and destabilize the NNPP in Kano. "That faction is not part of us. As far as we are concerned, they do not represent the NNPP," Doguwa stated, adding, "He is working for the APC. That is the truth." The party leadership, he said, remains focused and undistracted by internal challenges.
The NNPP's openness to alliances contrasts with its internal fragmentation, as acknowledged by its own state chairman. While advocating unity and strategic collaboration, Doguwa simultaneously exposes a rift fueled by allegations of APC infiltration. This duality raises questions about the party's cohesion as it positions for 2027. The claim that a faction is covertly serving another party's interest, if accurate, suggests deeper vulnerabilities within the NNPP's structure.
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