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.

NNPP Too Small For Me, Kwankwaso Never Reached Out While I Was In Prison,’ Says Faruk Lawan, Ex-Lawmaker Pardoned By Tinubu.

Lawan explained that his decision stems from a desire to operate on a broader, national scale, rather than remaining tied to a party he considers limited in reach.

Former Nigerian House of Representatives member Faruk Lawan has alleged that Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), never reached out to show concern during his time in prison.

He added that even a year after regaining his freedom, the former governor has not contacted him.

Lawan, who was pardoned by President Bola Tinubu on October 9, 2025, for corruption offences he was convicted of, said that while there is still mutual respect between him and Kwankwaso, he no longer aligns politically with the Kwankwasiyya movement.

“Now a whole year has passed, and he hasn’t called to wish me well, to say ‘May God bring you out of this place’ or to pray for me,” Lawan said, revealing what he described as a lack of support from some of his former political allies.

He said this in an interview with BBC Hausa, further emphasising that the relationship, while respectful, is no longer political.

Kwankwaso Denies Reports of Defection to APC or Any Party

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State and national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has refuted claims that he submitted a letter of intent to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) or any other political party.

Addressing speculation about an imminent defection, Kwankwaso stated that no such action has been taken.

“We have been alerted to some online statements suggesting that we have submitted a letter of intent to join a political party in the country. We would like to clarify that we have not made any such submission to any party,” he said in a statement.

He urged the public to rely on official channels for updates regarding his political plans.

Kwankwaso Signals Conditional Return to APC, Stresses NNPP Must Benefit

Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has signaled his willingness to return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), but emphasized that such a move would only happen under “strong conditions.”

The former Kano State governor made the declaration on Thursday while receiving Buhari Bakwana, a former aide to ex-Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, who visited him with APC representatives from all 44 local government areas of Kano State.

Kwankwaso insisted that any discussion about rejoining APC or merging must clearly outline the benefits for the NNPP.

“If you are asking us to join APC, you must tell us what NNPP will gain,” he said.

The NNPP leader stressed that his party would not allow itself to be “used and dumped,” recalling his role in establishing APC in 2013 and the political persecution he and his allies endured at the time.

“We have gubernatorial candidates in all states and full structures nationwide. What will you offer them if we join? We are ready to join APC under strong conditions and promises. We will not allow anyone to use us and later dump us,” he added.


Kwankwaso also reflected on past frustrations with both APC and PDP, accusing the parties of breaching agreements.

“Eight years of APC under the immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari gave us nothing, not even appreciation. In PDP, we asked for just a zonal party chairman, but they refused. We left peacefully, and today we are strong and have integrity,” he noted.

The statement contrasts with his earlier remarks at the NNPP National Executive Council meeting, where he pledged to remain with the party despite swirling rumors of defection.

Reacting to Kwankwaso’s comments, Kano APC State Secretary Hon. Zakari Ibrahim Sarina said the party would welcome him back, provided he abides by APC principles.

“Kwankwaso can’t come to APC to control the party that has national spread. Remember, APC is not NNPP, which he established and controls. We are ready to welcome him because his return would be an advantage to the ruling party. It will also promote peace and development in Kano,” Sarina added.

Kwankwaso, Dangote Grace Dantata Family Wedding in Kano

The National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, joined Africa’s richest man and Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, at the wedding fatiha of the children of the late patriarch, Alhaji Sayyu Idris Dantata, in Kano.

The elegant ceremony, which united two prominent Nigerian families, took place at the historic Alhaji Alhassan Dantata Mosque in Koki Quarters, Kano State. It featured the solemnization of marriage between Faisal Mohammed Bello, son of former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Bello Adoke, and Amira Sayyu Dantata, daughter of the respected Kano businessman.

The event attracted an array of high-profile dignitaries, including political leaders, captains of industry, and traditional rulers, who gathered to celebrate the much-anticipated union.

In his goodwill message, Senator Kwankwaso prayed for the couple, asking Almighty God to bless their home with love, harmony, and prosperity.

The presence of both Dangote and Kwankwaso underscored the importance of the occasion, as Kano played host to one of the most glamorous and celebrated weddings of the year.

2027 Presidency: Kwankwaso’s Camp Tables Demands as He Meets Jonathan for Possible Alliance

As preparations for the 2027 presidential election intensify, former President Goodluck Jonathan is facing one of his biggest strategic decisions — which political platform to contest under and who to partner with.

According to reports by The Vanguard, Jonathan’s camp has opened discussions with former Kano State governor and NNPP leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, in a bid to strengthen his chances. Kano, widely regarded as a political battleground with massive voting strength, is seen as a crucial base for Jonathan’s ambitions.

Insiders disclosed that during recent meetings between both camps, minimum demands were presented on each side. Kwankwaso’s associates reportedly asked for the vice-presidential slot as a condition for any alliance.

While Jonathan’s team has not dismissed the idea, sources revealed that they are also weighing other options — including the possibility of picking a younger northern politician, potentially a sitting governor, to attract youth support and balance regional influence.

The talks remain ongoing, but analysts believe that a Jonathan–Kwankwaso ticket could significantly reshape the political landscape ahead of 2027, especially in the northern strongholds.

Kano NNPP Expels Rep Member Abdulmumin Jibrin Over Anti-Party Activities

The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has expelled House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin, representing Kiru/Bebeji constituency, over alleged anti-party activities and disloyalty.

State Chairman, Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa, said Jibrin’s expulsion followed “repeated acts of sabotage and public defiance,” including media attacks on the party and its leadership. He added that Jibrin’s political relevance stemmed only from his affiliation with the Kwankwasiyya movement and NNPP, noting that the lawmaker had earlier hinted at plans to defect.

Dungurawa further accused Jibrin of failing to pay mandatory party dues, vowing to seek legal action for recovery. He stressed that the Kwankwasiyya movement, led by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, remains strong despite speculation of defections.

#NNPP #KanoPolitics #AbdulmuminJibrin

“Kwankwaso’s Power Ends in Kano” — Analyst Questions Ex-Governor’s Political Reach

Public affairs analyst, Barrister Darlington Agomuo, has cast doubts on the political influence of former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, insisting that his dominance is mostly limited to Kano State.

Speaking in an interview with Voice of the People TV, Agomuo argued that unlike other northern politicians who can rally support across several states, Kwankwaso’s Kwankwasiyya movement and strength within the NNPP remain largely confined to Kano.

He stressed that figures like Vice President Kashim Shettima wield broader regional authority, mobilizing influence across multiple northern states, giving them a stronger national bargaining power.

“So you only have Kano, but these other people — the Shettima and Co in Borno, they have more than three, four states they can rally around and give to Tinubu,” Agomuo stated.

While acknowledging Kwankwaso as a prominent Hausa politician, Agomuo maintained that his political impact pales in comparison to northern leaders with wider reach.

Tinubu Not A Political ‘Orphan’ In Northern Nigeria — Jibrin
By Nosakhale Akhimien | Updated September 3, 2025

House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu lacks political backing in the North, stressing that the president still enjoys strong support despite opposition.

Speaking on Politics Today, the NNPP chieftain said it would be a “dangerous calculation” to assume Tinubu is politically isolated in the region, adding that the North has not been short-changed under his administration.

Jibrin also rejected suggestions that Tinubu is to blame for worsening insecurity in the North, insisting the president cannot be held solely responsible.

On the NNPP leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Jibrin confirmed that discussions about a possible return to the APC remain open, though vested interests in Kano politics could pose challenges.

He maintained that the South should complete its eight years in power and expressed confidence that Tinubu will secure re-election in 2027.

2027: Kwankwaso Still Open to Joining APC — Jibrin
By Emmanuel Egobiambu | Updated September 3, 2025

House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin says former Kano governor and NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, remains open to joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Jibrin said the “doors are not closed” for Kwankwaso to team up with President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, though vested interests within Kano APC may be slowing the move.

He added that the Kwankwasiyya Movement, led by Kwankwaso, remains a strong political force. While Jibrin himself stopped short of confirming plans to defect, he maintained that “everything is a possibility.”

In 2023, Kwankwaso polled 1.49 million votes, finishing fourth behind Tinubu, Atiku, and Peter Obi.

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No Regional Bias! Tinubu's Road Projects Driven by Economics, Not Favouritism — Presidency Clarifies


Amid rising claims of northern marginalisation, the Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu’s infrastructure focus, asserting that road and development projects are guided by economic impact, not geography.

Responding to allegations by ex-Kano governor and NNPP chieftain Rabiu Kwankwaso, Presidential Aide Abdulaziz Abdulaziz said on Channels TV that all infrastructure efforts are rooted in national interest, not southern favoritism.

"We must view these as national projects, not North or South. The economic value matters most," Abdulaziz noted, citing the Sokoto-Badagry Road as a key Northern counterpart to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road.

He also confirmed that work continues on the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano expressway, debunking abandonment claims and stressing the administration’s commitment to equity and fairness in development allocation.

#TinubuAdministration #RoadInfrastructure #PresidencySpeaks #NorthernNigeria

Umahi Tells Kwankwaso: Apologise to Tinubu Over Lopsided Projects Claim

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has asked former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso to apologise to President Bola Tinubu for alleging that his administration is favouring the South in project allocations.

In a statement shared by presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, Umahi said Tinubu has actually prioritised the North—especially the North West—in road development. He cited key ongoing projects, including the 1,068km Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway and the Akwanga-Jos-Bauchi-Gombe road, as evidence.

Umahi described Kwankwaso’s comment as “misleading” and “divisive,” accusing him of attempting to deceive northerners and stir regional sentiments.

“President Tinubu is a fair President. He has favoured the North in road development more than the South,” Umahi stated.#Umahi #Kwankwaso #Tinubu #NigeriaPolitics #NorthernDevelopment

Tinubu Govt Fires Back at Kwankwaso: “The North Is Not Neglected!” – Presidency Lists Ongoing Projects Across Region

The Presidency has dismissed claims by former NNPP presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, that the North is being sidelined under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In a strongly-worded statement, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, countered Kwankwaso’s allegations, highlighting numerous federal interventions and projects in the North.

From the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Expressway and Kano–Maiduguri Dual Carriageway, to the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano Gas Pipeline and solar energy projects in Kaduna, the presidency said the region is benefiting from strategic infrastructure and energy investments.

Other notable initiatives include:

$158M Agricultural Value Chain Project across 9 northern states

Kolmani Oil & Gas Project in Bauchi and Gombe

ACReSAL Programme to restore 1 million hectares of degraded land

Revitalisation of 1,000 Primary Health Centres


Health institutions like Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital and University of Jos Teaching Hospital are also receiving federal upgrades and expansion.

Major rail and metro projects—such as Kaduna–Kano and Kano–Maradi Rail Lines, plus Abuja Metro rehab—were also cited as proof of commitment.

“Northern Nigeria is not left behind... From road networks to gas pipelines, agriculture, health, and rail, this administration has the North well covered,” Dare emphasized.

This rebuttal comes after Kwankwaso expressed frustration over the North’s condition during a Kano dialogue, citing a harrowing road trip due to poor federal road maintenance.

The national conversation continues — but the presidency insists: “The North is not being neglected.”

#TinubuVsKwankwaso #NorthernNigeria #PresidencyResponds

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Kwankwaso Accuses Tinubu Govt of Neglecting Northern Nigeria.

Former Kano governor and NNPP chieftain, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of marginalising northern Nigeria while concentrating development efforts in the South.

Speaking at the Kano Stakeholders’ Dialogue on the 2025 Constitutional Amendment, Kwankwaso alleged that federal resources are being unfairly allocated to southern projects, leaving roads and infrastructure in the North in disrepair.

He cited the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano road as an example of prolonged neglect and urged the Federal Government to ensure a fairer distribution of national resources. Kwankwaso warned that the consequences of underdevelopment in the North—such as insecurity and poverty—could eventually impact the entire country.

The comments come amid growing political interest in Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 election, following his recent meeting with President Tinubu at the Aso Villa.









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Politics‘Peter Obi Is Our Product, We Want To Get Him Back’ PDP.

Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ibrahim Abdullahi, has stated that the party is implementing measures to bring the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, back into its fold.
Obidient Movement Has Been Reborn - Peter Obi
Naija News recalls that in the build-up to the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, a former vice presidential candidate of the PDP, left the party to join the Labour Party.

He secured the LP’s presidential ticket and contested the presidential election against Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Atiku Abubakar of the PDP, and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

Peter Obi won 12 states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, but came third behind Atiku and the subsequent winner, Tinubu, according to the final results declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Speaking on Arise Television on Thursday, Abdullahi described the former Governor of Anambra State as a product of the PDP and a great asset to any political party.

According to Abdullahi, despite rigging and various forms of electoral process manipulation in the 2023 election, Peter Obi still garnered over six million votes.

He said, “Peter Obi is our product, and the PDP indeed wants to get him back. He is a very great capital for any political party, and any political party that will have him will be to their advantage.

“The truth of the matter is if he had not gone the way he did in the last dispensation and proved that mettle to generate over six million in spite of the rigging and frustration of his chances in many of the states. Peter Obi is truly a political capital no doubt about it.”