The leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has refuted claims of a political agreement between himself, Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa, Kwankwaso denied reports that he, Atiku, and Obi had agreed to a power-sharing deal, with Atiku serving as president for four years, followed by Kwankwaso for another four, and Obi for eight years. He dismissed the rumors as unfounded and criticized northern elites for meddling in candidate selection under the guise of regional leadership.
“This oppressive behavior is causing discord in the community,” Kwankwaso said, emphasizing the need for fairness and transparency in the political process. He accused some northern elders of promoting division and undermining democracy by endorsing unqualified candidates.
Kwankwaso further warned against spreading falsehoods, reiterating that no such agreement exists and calling for citizens to be allowed to freely choose their leaders. He expressed dissatisfaction with alleged interference by a few individuals who claim to represent the North, urging them to prioritize integrity and unity.
The former governor also pointed to past elections, accusing northern leaders of acting in self-interest and harming the region’s political progress.
