BREAKING: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Monday met ex-military ruler Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (retd.) in Minna, Niger State, in a closed-door meeting amid growing political permutations ahead of the 2027 elections.

The brief meeting, held at Babangida’s hilltop residence, has sparked speculation about opposition realignment and emerging coalitions, including talks around Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso. Both leaders have remained silent on the visit.

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KANO GOV YUSUF SEEN AT ASO ROCK — DEFLECTION RUMORS SWIRL

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf visited President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja, in a meeting that lasted over three hours. The governor arrived at 4:13 p.m. local time and left quietly, declining to comment to reporters about the purpose of his visit.

The meeting comes amid rumors of a possible defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recent reports suggest that Kano politics is on edge, as such a move would be strongly opposed by NNPP leadership, including the party’s national leader, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso.

While nothing has been officially confirmed, the political atmosphere in Kano is tense, with party watchers and citizens closely monitoring the developments.

As the story unfolds, Fintter will bring you verified updates on this high-stakes political encounter.

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What Will 2026 Really Bring for Nigeria and the World? Azu Ishiekwene Predicts Power Shifts, Economic Strain, AI Disruption, 2027 Politics and Who Wins the World Cup

Is 2026 a year of quiet recovery—or the beginning of deeper political, economic and global turbulence? And is Nigeria already slipping into the politics of 2027?

In what he describes as possibly his final annual forecast, journalist and columnist Azu Ishiekwene delivers a sweeping, high-stakes outlook on Nigeria and the world, blending political prediction, economic analysis, technology trends and global power shifts. Known for earlier forecasts that accurately anticipated election outcomes and cabinet shake-ups, Ishiekwene argues that 2026 will be a year where politics collides head-on with harsh economic realities, leaving citizens caught between daily hardship and recycled political promises.

He warns that Nigeria’s economy will remain under pressure, with tensions growing between tight monetary policy and rising demands for fiscal expansion in a pre-election year. Could divisions inside the Ministry of Finance undermine investor confidence? And will petrol prices remain stable around ₦850 per litre, as he suggests, only if oil output rises and NNPC escapes its heavy crude obligations?

While cheaper fuel from the Dangote Refinery may offer temporary consumer relief, Ishiekwene predicts continued instability in electricity supply, pointing to a fragile transmission system that still requires massive investment. He also foresees President Bola Tinubu possibly unveiling private-sector-led reforms in power transmission involving major business players.

But is Nigeria already entering the politics of 2027 in 2026?

Ishiekwene argues that although early elections are unlikely, political realignments are accelerating. With multiple opposition governors defecting to the ruling APC, claims of a creeping one-party state are growing. Yet, he suggests the reality is more complex: a weakened opposition plagued by internal fractures, financial constraints and a lack of coherent alternatives.

Turning to the emerging African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition—uniting figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, Rotimi Amaechi and Rabiu Kwankwaso—he raises a critical question: is ADC truly built to win in 2027, or merely to survive until 2031? He predicts Atiku will clinch the party’s ticket over Obi, with Obi likely offered the vice-presidential slot—potentially triggering backlash among “Obidients.” With limited grassroots reach and the enormous financial demands of a presidential campaign, Ishiekwene concludes that ADC may struggle to pose a serious challenge to the ruling party in the next election cycle.

Beyond Nigeria, he paints 2026 as a year shaped by geopolitical rivalry, especially between Donald Trump’s America and Xi Jinping’s China, and by growing global unease over U.S. trade policies, immigration enforcement and economic nationalism. Could gold and non-dollar assets accelerate as the world quietly prepares for a less dollar-centric future?

He also highlights the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, warning that 2026 will mark a shift from basic generative AI to agentic, autonomous systems capable of independent action. As AI blurs the line between reality and fabrication, he predicts rising confusion, misinformation, and ethical challenges—ushering in what he calls the “Year of the Humanoid.”

Even football is not spared his forecasting. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, Ishiekwene tips Spain to win, citing tactical depth and cohesion, while acknowledging Morocco as Africa’s strongest hope.

Ultimately, the essay asks uncomfortable but urgent questions:
Is Nigeria drifting toward political dominance by one party?
Will economic reforms truly ease citizens’ burdens—or merely reshuffle the pressure?
Can a fractured opposition reorganise in time?
And in a world increasingly shaped by AI and geopolitical rivalry, where does Nigeria truly stand?

For Ishiekwene, 2026 is not just another year—it is a crossroads where technology, politics, power and survival intersect, setting the tone for Nigeria’s future well beyond the next election.

Why Is the ADC Inaugurating Zonal Congress Committees, Why Is It Rejecting Any Alliance With Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, and Jonathan, and What Does This Signal for Nigeria’s 2027 Politics?

A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has moved to strengthen its internal structure by inaugurating Zonal Congress Committees across three geopolitical zones, while firmly rejecting widespread speculation that the party is aligning with major political figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Goodluck Jonathan.

In a communique signed by the party’s National Chairman, Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, the ADC said the exercise was part of efforts to entrench internal democracy, transparency, and strict adherence to the party’s constitution ahead of future elections.

According to the statement, the South-West Zonal Congress Committee was inaugurated in Ekiti State on January 7, 2026, with Hon. Bala Sani named Chairman and Hon. Kyauta Yakubu heading the Appeal Committee. The ceremony was conducted by the National Chairman himself.

In the South-East, a similar inauguration took place in Enugu State on the same date. Barrister Adamu Ado Dauda was appointed Chairman of the Congress Committee, while Mrs. Iyabo Salami Alibi was named head of the Appeal Committee. The event was presided over by the Secretary of the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT), Chief Rufus Ekenmi.

Earlier, on January 5, 2026, the party inaugurated its North-Central Zonal Congress Committee, appointing Hon. Lolo Ehirudu as Chairman of the Congress Committee and Hon. Sa’ad Aboki as head of the Appeal Committee.

Beyond organisational matters, the ADC used the occasion to directly address growing rumours of a possible political alliance with prominent national figures. The party categorically dismissed claims linking it to Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, and former President Goodluck Jonathan.

“The National Leadership reiterates its unwavering commitment to the principles of internal democracy, transparency, and strict adherence to the party’s constitution,” the communique stated, urging members and the public to “disregard and ignore” all reports of external political alignments. The party stressed that its focus remains on building “a strong, independent, and ideologically driven platform.”

The ADC also emphasised that only duly registered and financially up-to-date members would be eligible to vote or contest in its congresses and internal elections, reinforcing its claim of commitment to internal order and party discipline.

By distancing itself from Nigeria’s most recognisable political heavyweights, the party appears determined to project itself as an independent alternative within the country’s democratic space—one that is not defined by elite coalitions or personality-driven politics.

As speculation continues over emerging alliances ahead of future elections, observers are asking: Why is the ADC rejecting any association with established political figures? Is the party positioning itself as a third-force movement, or is this a strategic move to consolidate its base before engaging in broader negotiations? And could this internal reorganisation reshape opposition politics in Nigeria ahead of 2027?

The ADC insists its direction is clear: no external alliances, strict internal democracy, and a people-centred political platform—a stance that may test both its independence and its appeal in Nigeria’s highly competitive political landscape.

Ex-Kano Governor Shekarau Defends Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Says Leaving NNPP Won’t Constitute Betrayal Amid Party Divisions

Former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau has defended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf amid speculation that he may defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to DCL Hausa, Shekarau stated that political alignments are personal choices shaped by circumstances and consultations, not acts of disloyalty.
Shekarau referenced historical precedent, noting that Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso previously left the PDP for APC while holding office without relinquishing his mandate, suggesting Yusuf’s potential move would follow a similar path.
He also highlighted past disagreements within the NNPP over power-sharing arrangements, which led him and his supporters to exit the party. Shekarau emphasized that defection, when done in consultation with supporters, should not be framed as betrayal, and insisted that Governor Yusuf should be allowed to make his decision freely without being demonized.

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Kwankwaso Declares Readiness for Alliances, Open to Presidential or Vice Presidential Run Ahead of 2027 Election

Former Kano State Governor and NNPP leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has stated he is ready to contest in the 2027 elections either as President or Vice President, depending on agreements with trusted allies. Speaking in Kano State, Kwankwaso emphasized prioritizing alignment with like-minded partners over personal ambition and highlighted the importance of grassroots mobilization in his political strategy.

He noted that multiple options are being considered to avoid accusations of secret deals, stressing that past election disputes, especially from 2023, are being addressed at the community level. Kwankwaso also criticized empty political promises, particularly those targeting youth support, and reaffirmed that his political approach is guided by resilience, dignity, and strength.

Kwankwaso’s remarks also recalled prior attempts at alliances, such as with Peter Obi’s Labour Party in 2023, which failed over disagreements about the presidential candidacy. Discussions for future alliances remain ongoing within the NNPP and potentially with other parties.



#Kwankwaso #NNPP #NigeriaElections2027 #PoliticalAlliances #PresidentialRace #VicePresidentialRun #GrassrootsPolitics #NigerianPolitics

I will accept VP ticket to Obi.

PhD Kwankwaso begs.

NNPP Dissolves Kano Party Structures as Governor Abba Yusuf Set to Defect to APC, Signals Major Political Realignment

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has dissolved all its party structures in Kano State, including state, local government, and ward executives, ahead of Governor Abba Yusuf’s anticipated defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The decision, announced by NNPP National Publicity Secretary Oladipo Johnson, follows an emergency meeting of the party’s National Working Committee, which resolved to set up caretaker committees to manage party affairs in the interim. The move comes amid a deepening rift between NNPP national leader and former Kano governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Governor Yusuf, who is reportedly poised to join the APC within days. The Kano APC has confirmed expectations of Yusuf’s defection, a development analysts say could significantly reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of future elections.

BREAKING: Abiya Emerges Acting NNPP State Chairman in Kano

…as Dawakin Tofa Exco Submits Report on Dungurawa’s Sacking

Hon. Abdullahi Zubairu Abiya has emerged as the Acting State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Kano State, following the sacking of the former State Chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa.

The appointment was endorsed by the NNPP State Executive Committee after an emergency meeting held at the party’s secretariat in Kano.

The decision was announced by Barrister Yusuf Mukhtar, the Assistant Legal Adviser of the party, who said Abiya’s appointment was in line with the provisions of the NNPP constitution.

Party sources said the development followed the submission of a formal resolution on the sacking and expulsion of Dungurawa by the Dawakin Tofa Local Government Executive Committee.

Earlier, the Dawakin Tofa EXCO, under the leadership of Hon. Abdullahi Ali Uban Iya Dawanau, transmitted the resolution forwarded by the Gargari Ward Executive to the state leadership of the party.

The resolution was adopted at the second executive meeting of the Gargari Ward, held two weeks after the general election, where Dungurawa was accused of anti-party activities.

After reviewing the report, the State EXCO endorsed the decision and approved Abiya’s emergence as Acting State Chairman.

Party officials said the move was aimed at restoring internal discipline, strengthening party cohesion, and repositioning the NNPP for future political engagements in Kano State.

In his response, the Ag. Chairman of the NNPP Kano State chapter Hon. Abdullahi Zubairu Imam Abiya said the party is will do justice to all manner of poeple and remain loyal to the national leader Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Kano State Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf

Kwankwaso Warns ‘No One Betrays NNPP And Succeeds’ As Rumours Of Kano Governor Abba Yusuf’s Defection To APC Intensify

Former Kano State governor and New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has issued a strong warning amid persistent reports that Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf may defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to his loyalists in a video seen by SaharaReporters, Kwankwaso said no individual who has betrayed the NNPP has ever succeeded politically. He expressed surprise at reports of some party members crossing over but noted with satisfaction the strong turnout of supporters at the gathering. The warning comes as multiple sources claim Governor Yusuf is set to leave the NNPP, possibly with or without Kwankwaso’s approval, following consultations with lawmakers and political stakeholders. Although Yusuf has yet to officially announce any defection, political tension continues to rise in Kano as speculation over his next move deepens.

NNPP Kano Chairman Urges Members Not to Defect to APC Amid Rising Political Tensions

Suleiman Hashim Dungurawa, NNPP Kano State Chairman, has urged party members to resist plans to defect to the APC. Speaking on behalf of both state and national leadership, he emphasized that the NNPP’s national leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, opposes any defections. Dungurawa stressed that staying in the party is crucial for fulfilling NNPP’s vision of improving governance, education, agriculture, commerce, and other key sectors in Kano State. He also appealed on moral and religious grounds for members to remain committed.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Set to Defect from NNPP to APC, Reshaping State’s Political Landscape

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is poised to defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in January 2026, ending his decades-long alliance with Rabiu Kwankwaso. Sources reveal Yusuf has secured the backing of lawmakers and local government chairmen, making the defection appear irreversible. The move threatens NNPP’s political presence in Kano and signals a major shift ahead of the 2027 elections. Reports indicate a potential replacement for the deputy governor is underway, and key APC positions in the state are being realigned in preparation for the transition.

We Are Keeping Our Eyes on INEC’ — Kwankwaso Warns as NNPP Holds National Convention, Prepares for 2027 Elections in Abuja

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has declared that his party will closely monitor the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the NNPP national convention in Abuja shortly after newly re-elected party executives were sworn in, Kwankwaso stressed that INEC’s role is critical to the survival of democracy in Nigeria. He congratulated the commission on the appointment of its new chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, noting that public confidence in the electoral process depends largely on the conduct of the electoral umpire. Kwankwaso assured party members that NNPP leadership would continue strengthening the party nationwide, as the convention ratified key NEC decisions and elected members of the National Working Committee, signalling the party’s determination to build on its breakout performance in the 2023 elections ahead of 2027.

Kwankwaso Hails Gov Yusuf’s Transformative Achievements in Kano

The National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed satisfaction over the outstanding performance and infrastructural transformation being recorded under the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

Kwankwaso stated this on Sunday night when he received Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on a courtesy visit at his residence in Abuja, where the governor formally presented his recent national leadership award.

The Kwankwasiyya leader said the award bestowed on Governor Yusuf was a testament to good governance and social economic growth being impacted on the good people of Kano.

Senator Kwankwaso expressed joy over the governor’s achievement, and applauded his remarkable development through purposeful leadership.

He also offered prayers and goodwill to the governor, urging him to sustain the tempo of public service reforms and people-oriented development.

During the meeting, the governor presented the Distinguished Award for Visionary Leadership and Public Service Sector Reform, which was conferred on him at the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) held earlier in Abuja.

Kwankwaso Says Federal Government Overwhelmed as Militias Spread, Urges Urgent Action

Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has warned that the Nigerian government is struggling to contain the rising spread of militias, violence, and ethnic profiling across the country. While congratulating newly appointed Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa, he expressed concern that the Federal Government appears overwhelmed, allowing poorly trained vigilantes and political militias to proliferate. Kwankwaso cautioned that unchecked arms circulation, harassment of citizens, and rising hate speech threaten national unity, urging immediate and decisive intervention to prevent further instability.

Christian genocide: You instituted sharia law – US lawmaker Moore descends on Kwankwaso.

Member of the US Congress, representing West Virginia’s Second District, Rep Riley M. Moore has slammed former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso over his stance on the alleged Christian massacre in Nigeria.

Kwankwaso had while reacting to the designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concerns by President Donald Trump and the subsequent threat of military action, denied Christian genocide.

According to Kwankwaso, who was the presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party in 2023, the insecurity facing Nigeria “does not distinguish based on religious, ethnic, or political beliefs”.

However, sharing the statement on his official X handle, Rep Moore linked Kwankwaso to the alleged death of some Nigerian Christians.

According to the lawmaker, Kwankwaso instituted the sharia law, which he claimed made blasphemy “punishable by death”.

The US lawmaker wrote, “Governor – do you care to comment on your own complicity in the death of Christians?

“You instituted Sharia law. You signed the law that makes so-called blasphemy punishable by death”

U.S. Lawmaker Blasts Kwankwaso Over Alleged Role in Christian Killings — “You Made Blasphemy Punishable by Death”

A U.S. Congressman, Rep. Riley M. Moore, representing West Virginia’s Second District, has sharply criticized former Kano State Governor and NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, over his comments denying claims of a Christian genocide in Nigeria.

Kwankwaso had earlier reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and Trump’s threat of possible military action, saying that Nigeria’s insecurity crisis is not based on religion, ethnicity, or politics.

However, in a post shared via his official X handle, Rep. Moore accused Kwankwaso of hypocrisy, alleging that his administration introduced Sharia law in Kano State — a law that makes blasphemy punishable by death.

“Governor — do you care to comment on your own complicity in the death of Christians?” Moore wrote.
“You instituted Sharia law. You signed the law that makes so-called blasphemy punishable by death.”


Kwankwaso, who governed Kano State twice, has yet to respond to the U.S. lawmaker’s allegations.

Help Nigeria Tackle Insecurity Instead Of Issuing ‘Threat,’ Kwankwaso Tells US

The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election, Rabiu Kwankwaso, says the United States of America (USA) should assist Nigeria with “cutting-edge technologies” to fight insecurity.

Kwankwaso sends message to Trump after US invasion threat.

The leader of Kwankwasiyya and former Presidential candidate, Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso has expressed concern over recent comments by US President, Donald Trump about Nigeria.

President Donald Trump had described the country as a country of particular concern.

Kwankwaso who took to his Facebook page on Sunday wrote: “I have noted with increasing concern the heightened pronouncements on Nigeria by President Donald Trump. This follows his designation of Nigeria as a ‘country of particular concern.’”

He stressed that Nigeria remains a sovereign nation facing security challenges caused by outlaws, not by religion or ethnicity.

“The insecurity we face does not distinguish based on religious, ethnic, or political beliefs,” he said.

Kwankwaso urged the United States to support Nigeria with modern technology to fight insecurity instead of issuing threats.

“The United States should assist the Nigerian authorities with better cutting-edge technology to tackle these problems, rather than posing a threat that could further polarise our country,” he added.

He also called on the Nigerian government to engage with the US diplomatically.

NNPP Denies Plans to Endorse Tinubu for 2027 — “We’ve Made No Such Decision,” Says Party Chairman Agbo Major



The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Agbo Major, has firmly denied speculations that the party plans to adopt President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections.

In an exclusive interview with DAILY POST, Agbo Major clarified that the NNPP has not taken any formal decision to align with President Tinubu or the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasizing that such claims are unfounded.

“There are two separate issues here — individuals within the party who may be eyeing the APC, and the party itself as an institution,” he said.
“It is not unusual for political parties to explore collaborations for national stability, but as a party, the NNPP has made no such move or decision to adopt Tinubu or merge with the APC.”


Agbo Major also addressed the ongoing wave of defections from opposition parties to the ruling APC, clarifying that former NNPP members, including Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, who were expelled from the party, are acting independently and not on behalf of the NNPP.

Speaking on the political future of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, Agbo Major noted that the governor’s case was “peculiar.”

“Governor Yusuf came into the NNPP through Kwankwaso’s movement and won the election. However, since assuming office, he’s been under intense control from Kwankwaso, who dictates his every move from Abuja,” he explained.
“If the governor decides to leave NNPP to free himself and serve the people of Kano more effectively, that’s understandable. We won’t hold it against him.”


When asked whether Kwankwaso and Governor Yusuf could coexist in the APC, Agbo Major expressed doubt.

“It would be very difficult for both men to work together again under one roof unless the governor completely surrenders himself. Kwankwaso is extremely domineering — loyalty to him is total.”


Agbo Major’s statement comes amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections, as key figures across major parties reposition themselves for influence and power.