The Kwankwasiyya Movement has announced that the former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will officially defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday, 30 March.
This was contained in a statement issued by the movement’s spokesperson, Dr Habibu Sale Mohammed.
According to him, Kwankwaso has concluded plans to join the coalition seeking to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place at Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Road, Bompai, Kano State, starting at 12 pm.
The statement read: “The Kwankwasiyya Movement wishes to formally inform all its members across Nigeria and the general public that our Supreme Leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has concluded all necessary arrangements to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
“In furtherance of this decision, he will officially register with the party on Monday, 30 March 2026, at his residence, Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Road, Kano, at 12 pm.”
Mohammed also directed members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement to register with the ADC in their wards, local governments, and at the state level following the move.
“Consequently, all members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement are hereby directed to proceed and register with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in their respective wards, local government areas, and states immediately thereafter. Members are also encouraged to fully engage in all party activities and contribute actively toward the growth, development, and success of the party at all levels,” the statement stated.
The development marks a significant twist in the political chess match ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.
Kwankwaso previously contested for the presidency under the banner of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the 2023 polls.
He came fourth with 1,496,687 votes, behind the winner, President Bola Tinubu (APC), Atiku Abubakar (PDP), and Peter Obi (LP).
