Rabiu Kwankwaso denies rumors of a power-sharing deal with Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking to BBC Hausa, he dismissed claims of any agreement and criticized political factions for spreading falsehoods. Kwankwaso also addressed allegations of interference in Kano State governance, refuting any undue involvement.
Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Kano State governor, has refuted claims of a power-sharing agreement with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking to BBC Hausa, Kwankwaso dismissed rumors that he agreed to serve a four-year term as president, followed by four years for Atiku and eight years for Obi.
Kwankwaso accused a faction aligned with Atiku of spreading falsehoods through northern elders and clerics, alleging they convened meetings to propagate these unfounded claims. He criticized these actions, stating, “I was informed that about 45 scholars were assembled and told this baseless story. Such deceit contributed to our departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)."
He emphasized that these allegations are part of the ongoing political maneuvering that led him, Obi, and others, including Nyesom Wike, to leave the PDP. Kwankwaso firmly denied any discussions or agreements regarding future elections.
On allegations of interference in Kano State governance, Kwankwaso denied meddling in Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration, clarifying that he only provides advice when sought. He also accused political actors of attempting to create divisions within the Kwankwasiyya movement.
