Former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has officially resigned from the party with immediate effect.
Kwankwaso made this known in a statement dated March 29, 2026, explaining that his decision was driven by the need for a strategic political realignment in response to the changing dynamics of Nigeria’s political landscape.
He expressed appreciation to the NNPP for the opportunity to serve as its National Leader and presidential flagbearer during the 2023 general elections, noting that leaving the party was not an easy choice.
According to him, the direction of current political developments in the country requires alignment with a platform that provides a stronger opportunity to pursue meaningful national change.
“I wish to formally announce my resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) with immediate effect,” the statement read.
Discover more from LN247
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
