Mega Political Shake-Up: Kwankwasiyya Confirms Merger Talks Involving Rabiu Kwankwaso, Seyi Makinde And Peter Obi

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has confirmed that the National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party and its 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is currently holding discussions with the African Democratic Congress and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as part of ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The group’s Deputy Spokesperson, Mansur Kurugu, confirmed this in an interview on Monday, saying that negotiations among key political stakeholders are progressing steadily.

According to him, although talks have reached an advanced stage, the leaders have yet to agree on a final political platform.

He stated, “It is true that Kwankwaso is in talks with ADC and NDC, and we are optimistic that the leaders will eventually settle on one of the parties before the 2027 elections.”

Kurugu added that the discussions involve several prominent political figures across different parties, with consultations still ongoing.

He also noted that individuals such as former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and Bayelsa West Senator Seriake Dickson are actively part of the talks, which he said have made significant progress.

According to him, the coalition could ultimately adopt any of the platforms under consideration, including the NNPP itself, depending on the outcome of discussions.

Kurugu explained that the leaders are carefully evaluating their options before deciding on the political structure that best aligns with their shared objectives.

He added, “At the end of the discussions, the leaders will adopt either ADC, NDC, or even NNPP as their final destination.”

The development follows a recent meeting in Kano hosted by Kwankwaso, where he received Makinde, Obi, and Dickson during the Sallah celebrations.