Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former governor of Kano State and NNPP presidential candidate, expressed willingness to be Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2027 elections, contingent on specific conditions. He emphasized his political stature over Obi, highlighting the need for trust and meaningful discussions ahead of the election.
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former governor of Kano State and presidential candidate for the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP), has indicated a willingness to serve as a deputy to Peter Obi of the Labour Party in the forthcoming 2027 elections. In a recently shared video on the social media platform X, Kwankwaso mentioned that while he is open to this possibility, it hinges on certain conditions being fulfilled. He asserted his political stature over Obi, stating, “I’m bigger than Peter Obi politically; I’m his elder brother, I’m a PhD holder, and I performed better than him during my tenure as governor.”
Kwankwaso highlighted the importance of engaging in meaningful discussions to build a foundation of trust before moving ahead. His comments come in light of Obi's impressive performance in the 2023 elections, where he garnered the majority of votes in 11 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Meanwhile, Kwankwaso won in 38 out of the 44 local government areas in Kano State.
