KANO STATE, NIGERIA – Former Governor of Kano State and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, has strongly criticised the recent wave of defections from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the shift as a betrayal of public trust.
Speaking at his residence on Miller Road, Kano, on Friday, Senator Kwankwaso addressed a large gathering of supporters from Takai Local Government Area who had resisted pressure to switch parties. He specifically condemned the defection of Senator Abdulrahman Kawu, representing Kano South, along with several federal lawmakers, saying their actions undermined the values of loyalty and service.
“Kano South has shown a clear message—voters rejected inducements and stood by the NNPP. Sadly, some individuals who benefited from the party’s platform have now abandoned it for personal gain,” Kwankwaso remarked.
He encouraged party members, especially the youth, to remain steadfast and resist politicians who prioritize self-interest over genuine public service. Welcoming returning loyalists, he assured them of full reintegration into the party’s fold.
“Those who turned their backs on the movement will come to regret it. The fight against Kwankwasiyya is not an easy one; the consequences will become clear in due course,” he added.
Also addressing the crowd, NNPP State Chairman Hashimu Dungurawa reaffirmed the party’s dedication to fairness, inclusivity, and internal unity.
The event was attended by key party figures, including Senator Rufai Sani Hanga (Kano Central), former Commissioner of Religious Affairs Falali, and Takai Local Government Chairman Ibrahim Faruruwa, among others.
By Enoch odesola/ May 10, 2025
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