ABUJA — Former Governor of Kano State and ex-Minister of Defence, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has refuted reports claiming he has finalized plans to defect from his current political platform, insisting that consultations are still ongoing.
In a statement shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Kwankwaso clarified that neither he nor his political associates have reached any final decision regarding their next political move, despite growing speculation about possible realignments ahead of future elections.
He disclosed that he has begun extensive consultations with major political stakeholders, including leaders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), and other relevant political groups, as part of efforts to determine the most suitable path forward.
“We have commenced wide-ranging consultations to explore the best options for protecting our democratic interests. We shall announce our decision in the soonest possible time,” he stated.
Kwankwaso explained that the uncertainty surrounding his political future is partly due to legal and structural challenges currently facing the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which he said has been affected by multiple court rulings.
According to him, a Supreme Court judgment that upheld the leadership of a factional National Working Committee allegedly led by David Mark also directed that certain issues be returned to the High Court, leaving some matters unresolved. He further referenced a ruling by the Federal High Court that reportedly questioned the legitimacy of the party’s recent convention.
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