New Nigeria People’s Party national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that Nigerians will vote for change in the 2027 elections.
On Thursday, Kwankwaso received over 2,000 defectors from the All Progressives Congress in Kano State at his Miller Road residence, according to Leadership.
The defectors, from Dala, Kiru, and Gwale local government areas, were welcomed into the NNPP.
Kwankwaso cited widespread suffering under the APC-led government, particularly in the north, as the driving force behind the desire for change.
He criticized the APC for allegedly turning against the poor masses, exacerbating insecurity and poverty.
The defection is seen as a significant blow to the APC’s structure in the affected areas. Kwankwaso views this as evidence of Nigerians’ growing dissatisfaction with the status quo.
The NNPP leader’s stance is influenced by his past experiences with the APC, having served as Kano State Governor under the party before defecting. Kwankwaso’s message may resonate with those disillusioned with the current government.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, Kwankwaso’s call for change will likely be closely watched. The NNPP’s growing support base and Kwankwaso’s influence in the north could potentially impact the election outcome.
The APC has faced internal conflicts and criticism, including allegations of misconduct and vote-buying. These issues may have contributed to Kwankwaso’s negative assessment of the party.
Kwankwaso’s prediction of change in 2027 has sparked interest in Nigeria’s political landscape, with many awaiting the outcome of the upcoming elections.
“Nigerians, more specifically northerners, have suffered enough and no amount of pressure or intimidation will change their minds.
“Nigerians should rethink the current dispensation, it has now become clear that the APC-led government is clearly against the poor masses and will never change.
“It is now clear that regardless of their belief and plans to use the security agents and INEC in the forthcoming elections, it will not be possible as Nigerians are tired and will surely struggle for change,” Kwankwaso stated.
