Kwankwaso denies defection rumours, disowns fake statement

The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed claims suggesting he is set to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) or any other political party.

In a statement shared on his official X handle, @KwankwasoRM, the former Kano State governor described the reports as baseless fabrications aimed at misleading the public and stirring political confusion.

Kwankwaso refuted reports alleging he had met President Bola Tinubu multiple times and was considering a return to the APC.

He also disowned a statement attributed to one Ibrahim Rabiu, which claimed to reflect his political position.

“My attention has been drawn to a statement purportedly stating my position on the recurring political realignments.

“I wish to categorically state that such statements are false, unfounded, and products of political mischief,” Kwankwaso stated.

He reiterated that he has chosen to remain silent on current political happenings and will continue to do so for now.

He also urged the public to rely only on information released through his verified channels.

In a related development, Ibrahim Rabiu, the author of the fake statement, has retracted his comments and issued a public apology.

“I, Ibrahim Rabiu, wish to inform the general public that I was never authorised by Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso to issue and release a statement on his behalf,” he wrote.

“I sincerely apologise for my actions and promise never to repeat such a childish act. I was misled by fake news and agents of misinformation.”

Kwankwaso has urged the public to disregard the false claims and remain vigilant against misinformation.

The Star