- Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso has formally resigned from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing the need for strategic political realignment.
- High-profile figures, including Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Aminu Tambuwal, converged at Gidan Kwankwasiyya to witness the former Governor receive his new membership card.
- The presence of top leaders from various political backgrounds suggests the formation of a formidable third force aimed at the 2027 general elections.
The Nigerian political landscape shifted significantly on Monday, March 30, 2026, as Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso officially transitioned to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The move was formalized at a high-profile event held at Gidan Kwankwasiyya in Bompai, Kano, where Kwankwaso was presented with his membership card by the ADC National Chairman and former Senate President, David Mark.
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Kwankwaso’s exit from the NNPP, a party he helped bring to national prominence, follows his Sunday announcement that the current political trajectory of the nation requires a fresh platform for effective change.
In a heartfelt statement, the former Minister of Defence described the resignation as a difficult decision but necessary for the country’s future.
He expressed gratitude to the NNPP leadership and the Kwankwasiyya Movement for their support over the years.
The defection ceremony turned into a major political summit, drawing an array of heavyweights.
Among those present were former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal, and former APC National Chairman John Odigie-Oyegun.
The gathering of these diverse political titans has sparked intense speculation about a burgeoning alliance designed to challenge the dominant political order in 2027.
As the Red Cap movement moves its allegiance to the ADC, analysts suggest this realignment could drastically alter the voting dynamics in Northern Nigeria.
With Kwankwaso’s massive grassroots following now under the ADC umbrella and the visible support from other national leaders, the party is positioned as a central hub for the opposition.
Kwankwaso concluded the event by promising to continue collaborating with his supporters to chart a prosperous future for our dear nation.
