Politics

Kwankwaso votes in Kano, expresses confidence of victory

The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed optimism of winning the ongoing presidential election.

Kwankwaso made this known while speaking to journalists shortly after casting his vote at about 11.45 a.m. at Tandu 1 Kwankwasu Ward in Madobi Local Government of Kano State on Saturday.

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“I will win the election by the special Grace of Allah,” the two-term former governor of Kano State declared.

He, however, called for more political tolerance and understanding among politicians for a better electoral process in the country.

“We must demonstrate high sense of political tolerance to ensure peaceful conduct of future exercise,” Kwankwaso.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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