The Digest:
On July 21, 2025, President Bola Tinubu held a private meeting with Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Kano governor, at the Aso Rock Villa. The encounter sparked speculation about political collaboration ahead of the 2027 elections. Their first known interaction in over a year, it raised questions amid opposition efforts to unite ahead of the polls.
Key Points:
- Kwankwaso met Tinubu privately at Aso Rock.
- The meeting followed the Nigeria Forest Economy Summit.
- This was their second meeting since June 2023.
- Kwankwaso is the NNPP’s founder and a northern power-broker.
- The NNPP’s victory in Kano solidified Kwankwaso’s political influence.
- The ADC-led coalition has sought Kwankwaso’s support for 2027.
- Presidency sources remained tight-lipped about the meeting’s details.
Though the exact purpose of their closed-door meeting remains unclear, it signals growing political activity ahead of 2027. Kwankwaso’s continued prominence underscores his influence in the northern region and potential impact on the election.
Sources: BusinessDay, Channels TV, Premium Times
