Former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has firmly denied reports claiming he is working on a joint presidential ticket with former Anambra State governor Peter Obi for the 2027 general election, stressing that he has not made any decision about his political future or any alliance.
In a statement released on Saturday night, Kwankwaso rejected growing speculation that followed last month’s opposition summit in Ibadan, where discussions about possible political realignments intensified. He also dismissed claims that he had already declared interest in the 2027 presidential race or endorsed any candidate.
Addressing the rumors directly, Kwankwaso said there had been widespread media reports suggesting a possible reshuffling within the African Democratic Congress due to internal challenges facing the party. He made it clear that these narratives were misleading and not based on any confirmed decisions.
Kwankwaso, who was the presidential candidate of the NNPP in the last election, had recently been linked to Obi in reports suggesting both men were considering running together. Supporters had even circulated campaign posters online, while some claims suggested they were exploring options outside the African Democratic Congress.
He pushed back strongly against those claims, stating that no final decision has been taken regarding his political future or that of his associates. According to him, all suggestions of alliances or candidacy remain premature.
He further clarified that the African Democratic Congress has not zoned its presidential ticket and has not selected or endorsed any candidate for the 2027 election. As a result, he emphasized that he has neither declared any intention to run for president nor backed any aspirant, describing all contrary reports as unfounded speculation.
Kwankwaso also highlighted the internal crisis within the ADC, noting that the situation worsened after Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling, which overturned an earlier Court of Appeal decision in the party’s leadership dispute. He said this development has placed the party in a difficult position.
Reflecting on his political journey, Kwankwaso explained that his group had previously left the NNPP due to legal challenges influenced by external forces, which made their continued stay risky. He added that the ADC is now facing similar problems.
He revealed that consultations are ongoing with leaders from other political platforms, including the National Democratic Congress and the Peoples Redemption Party, as he and his allies consider their next steps.
Kwankwaso concluded by saying that these discussions are aimed at finding the best way to protect their democratic interests, adding that a final decision will be communicated in due course.
