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.

Ganduje, Barau, Kano APC Leaders Endorse Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election Bid

According to a report by Punch on Thursday, September 25, 2025, former All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin have reaffirmed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term ambition in 2027.

At a high-level strategy meeting in Abuja, Ganduje led key Kano political figures in declaring unity within the APC while outlining plans to reclaim Kano State from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

Reflecting on the party’s narrow loss in the 2023 governorship election, Ganduje stressed that the APC had remained politically intact and was now regaining ground through strategic alliances and defections.

“We are here to examine our progress in Kano State and to assure Mr. President that our party is solidly behind him,” Ganduje said. “You all know what happened during the last election—we were about to win, but unfortunately, we did not. Since then, our party has remained intact.”


He revealed that several high-profile politicians had defected to the APC, including Senator Kawu Sumaila, former House of Representatives members, a past Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, and ex-commissioners from the NNPP. Ganduje described these developments as evidence of APC’s growing political strength in Kano.

The meeting also focused on mobilizing for the ongoing voter registration exercise, which stakeholders described as a critical step toward securing victory in 2027. Ganduje encouraged Kano residents to register in large numbers, stressing that political outcomes depend heavily on voter participation.

Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin echoed Ganduje’s message, calling the gathering a strategic move ahead of the 2027 elections. He praised Tinubu’s contributions to the North, particularly in Kano, citing federal appointments, infrastructure projects, and institutional investments as proof of the President’s commitment.

House Appropriations Committee Chairman Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi also lauded the administration, pointing to major road constructions and other development initiatives. He dismissed claims that Tinubu has neglected the North, describing such allegations as politically motivated.

The meeting concluded with a unified endorsement of Tinubu’s re-election bid and a strong resolve to return Kano to APC control, signaling the beginning of what promises to be an intense political campaign in the state ahead of 2027.

Ganduje, Barau Rally Kano APC Stakeholders for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, on Thursday, led prominent party stakeholders from Kano State in declaring full support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.

The strategic meeting, held in Abuja, brought together key APC heavyweights who also vowed to reclaim Kano State from the ruling New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

Among those present were the Minister of State for Housing, Alhaji Abdullahi Atta, Senator Kawu Sumaila, House Appropriations Committee Chairman, Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, and former Kano governor, Senator Kabiru Gaya, alongside several other party chieftains.

Speaking at the gathering, Ganduje emphasized the importance of unity within the APC in Kano and the need to consolidate support for President Tinubu:

“We are here to reaffirm our loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and to ensure that Kano remains a stronghold of the APC in 2027. We must work together to return our party to power in the state and strengthen the President’s chances of re-election.”


His remarks were echoed by Barau, who described the stakeholders’ commitment as a collective resolve to guarantee continuity of the Tinubu administration.

Insiders revealed that plans are underway for grassroots mobilisation across all 44 local government areas of Kano State, as part of a broader strategy to weaken NNPP’s hold under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

The leaders stressed that unity, early preparation, and grassroots engagement would be critical in countering the opposition and ensuring APC’s dominance in Kano ahead of 2027.

The meeting marked a renewed determination among Kano APC leaders to rally behind Tinubu’s second-term project while simultaneously strategizing to wrest control of the state from the NNPP.

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.

News Brief: The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, says President Bola Tinubu’s policies are inflicting hardship on all Nigerians, leading to widespread discontent across the country. He noted that from market women to student leaders and political figures, citizens nationwide are lamenting the government’s economic decisions. Ahmed also dismissed claims that NNPP is solely focused on Kano State, stressing that the party is positioning itself as a national force ahead of the 2027 elections.

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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 Abdulmumin Jibrin Over Anti-Party Activities

The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has expelled House of Representatives member Abdulmumin Jibrin, accusing him of anti-party activities and disloyalty.

Jibrin, who represents Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency, had recently signaled plans to leave the party.

State Chairman Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa said Jibrin repeatedly sabotaged the party and attacked its leadership publicly, describing his actions as a betrayal of the platform that brought him to power.

He also accused Jibrin of failing to meet his financial obligations, including the payment of mandatory party dues, vowing to take legal action to recover the money.

Dungurawa insisted Jibrin’s political success was only possible through the NNPP and Kwankwasiyya movement, dismissing his influence and downplaying fears of mass defections.

Speculation is rife that Jibrin may return to the APC.

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.

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“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.

NNPP Slams Tinubu Over Frequent Foreign Trips: “Nigerians Are Tired Already”

Ladipo Johnson, the National Publicity Secretary of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his constant foreign trips, expressing frustration that Nigerians are “tired” of the president’s repeated absences.

Speaking on Friday, September 5, 2025, Johnson questioned whether Tinubu properly handed over to Vice President Kashim Shettima before embarking on his numerous journeys.

He argued that the administration appears to believe governance can be done from anywhere, while urgent challenges at home — including insecurity, poverty, and poor healthcare — remain unresolved.

“What else can we say? Nigerians are tired of him already. In short, we don’t know what to say again… They don’t even listen to anybody and won’t do what ought to be done,” Johnson lamented.

Reports show Tinubu has traveled abroad 15 times in 2025 alone, attending summits, bilateral meetings, and vacations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Johnson described the trips as a misuse of taxpayer funds, stressing that ordinary Nigerians continue to face hardships while the president is away.

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.

PDP, ADC, LP kick as APC sweeps bye-elections.

By Clifford Ndujihe, Vincent Unumadu, Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Omeiza Ajayi, John Alechenu, Wole Mosadomi, Ozioruva Aliu, Bashir Bello, Femi Bolaji, James Ogunnaike, Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo, Mohammed Abubakar, Luminous Jannamike & Adeola Badru

THE All Progressives Congress, APC, yesterday, showed its electoral might by clinching 12 of the 16 legislative seats contested in Saturday’s bye-elections across 12 states of the country.

According to the results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, the APC won all seats on offer in the bye-polls in Ogun, Edo, Niger, Kaduna, Taraba, Jigawa, Adamawa and Kogi.

It shared the two seats in Kano with the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP but had no answer to the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, in Anambra; and the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in Oyo. As it is, the APC won in 12 constituencies; APGA won in two; PDP won in one, and NNPP in one.

On a day President Bola Tinubu saluted the victors across party lines, opposition parties, including PDP, LP, coalition-backed African Democratic Congress, ADC, and the Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, picked holes in the bye-elections, which they said were rigged.

They also warned that repeating same in 2027 would spell doom for the polity.

In Kano, the APC and NNPP shared the two seats contested. The APC defeated the ruling NNPP, in the rerun election for Ghari/Tsanyawa state constituency seat

Declaring the result, the INEC Returning Officer, Prof. Mohammed Yusuf, announced APC’s candidate, Ya’u Garba Gwarmai, winner with 31,472 votes, defeating his closest rival, Mohammed Yusuf Ali of the NNPP, who polled 27,931 votes.

Tinubu Sends Message to INEC, Others Following Outcome of By-Election.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated winners of Saturday’s by-elections held across 16 constituencies in 12 states, commending the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what he described as largely peaceful and credible polls.

According to results declared by INEC, the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured victories in 12 constituencies, while the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) won two, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) one, and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) also one.

In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President hailed the performance of the electoral umpire, noting that the exercise was “mostly devoid of violence.”

Tinubu also congratulated the newly elected APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, describing the outcome as an emphatic first victory under his leadership. He commended APC governors and party leaders for rallying behind the candidates.

“Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has shown leadership capacity and demonstrated what is achievable when popular candidates are fielded and with unity of purpose among party leaders,” Tinubu said.

The President further expressed gratitude to party members and voters who supported the APC, assuring them that his administration’s Renewed Hope agenda remained firmly on course.

“To all APC faithful and the electorate, thank you for the confidence reposed in our party. Be assured that our Renewed Hope slogan is not a mere slogan. Our destination is a better, more secure and prosperous Nigeria. We shall take you there, by the Grace of God,” he stated.

NNPP Rejects Tsanyawa/Ghari Re-Run Results, Alleges INEC Manipulation

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has rejected the outcome of the Tsanyawa/Ghari State Constituency re-run election in Kano, accusing INEC of colluding with “unpatriotic politicians” to subvert the will of voters.

In a statement, Kano NNPP chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa, said INEC acted illegally by declaring results at its headquarters instead of the constituency collation centre, and by cancelling results from 10 polling units where the Court of Appeal had ordered a re-run.

He argued that only presiding officers at polling units have the authority to cancel results, insisting that “manipulations orchestrated against our candidate cannot be condoned.”

The party, however, welcomed its victory in the Shanono/Bagwai bye-election, where Ali Alhassan of NNPP won, praising security agencies and constituents for ensuring a peaceful process.

Dungurawa vowed the NNPP would “continue to resist injustice, favoritism, and election manipulations” in Kano.

#KanoElections #NNPP #INEC #NigeriaPolitics

PoliticsNNPP, APC Win Elections In Kano State.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has won the Bagwai/Shanono State Assembly by-election in Kano State.

Naija News reports that the result was announced at 12:36 a.m. on Sunday.

Announcing the results, the Returning Officer for the election, Professor Hassan Adamu Shitu, declared the NNPP candidate, Dr Ali Hassan Kiyawa, winner with 16,198 votes, defeating the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Ahmad Muhammad Kadamu, who polled 5,347 votes.

Meanwhile, the APC emerged winner of the Ghari/Tsanyawa supplementary election in Kano State.

Announcing the result on Sunday, the Returning Officer, Professor Muhammad Waziri of Bayero University, declared Garba Ya’u Gwarmai of the APC winner with 31,472 votes.

He defeated the candidate of the NNPP, Yusuf Ali Maigado, who polled 27,931 votes.

The supplementary poll was conducted after the initial election in the constituency was declared inconclusive.

According to Daily Trust, some party leaders of the NNPP staged a sit-in at the INEC office in Kano after accusing the commission of attempting to manipulate the Ghari/Tsanyawa constituency by-election.

The spokesperson of the Kano State Governor, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said they would not leave the premises until the election results were announced.

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.

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