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IT’S OFFICIAL: Kwankwaso joins ADC

The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Kwankwaso, a former two-term governor of Kano State, registered as ADC member and received his membership card at Gidan Kwankwasiyya in Kano on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Present at the event include ADC National Chairman and former Senate President, David Mark; former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal; former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi; former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi; Senator Dino Melaye; and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun; among others.

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Kwankwaso announced his resignation from the NNPP on Sunday, citing the need for political realignment.

“I wish to formally announce my resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party with immediate effect,” the former Minister of Defence stated.

The former governor described his exit as a difficult decision, noting his longstanding involvement with the party.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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