2027 Game Changer? NNPP Hints At Mega Coalition, Reveals What It Wants First

The National Chairman of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), Ajuji Ahmed, has refuted claims that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Appearing on Arise Television, Ahmed clarified that the NNPP is not considering defection but remains open to coalition talks with any party that aligns with its principles and objectives.

According to him, Kwankwaso has not given any indication of leaving the NNPP.

“I don’t think so. Nothing he said suggested defection. NNPP has always maintained that we have three options. One is the possibility of a merger or coalition with a party that shares our ideology. Another is to consider alliances where our members’ interests are protected. And of course, the third is to go solo,” Ahmed explained.

He further noted that Kwankwaso’s recent remarks in Kano were misinterpreted.

“Kwankwaso only pointed out one of the available options. He said that if the APC extends an invitation, he would listen—but only on the condition that they provide solid assurances that the interests of NNPP members, not just him personally, would be safeguarded,” Ahmed added.