By John Umeh
Former Kano State governor and ex–presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has dismissed any suggestion that he could abandon his political ideals following the resignation of Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from the party.
Speaking to members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement at his Kano residence on Friday, Kwankwaso stressed that his political journey has never been driven by personal rewards, insisting that his loyalty remains firmly rooted in the struggle for the common people.
His comments followed reports that Governor Yusuf, along with several local government chairmen, National Assembly members and political aides, had exited the NNPP, triggering speculation about wider political realignments in Kano State.
Kwankwaso made it clear that he was unmoved by such developments, saying his convictions could not be influenced by money or political pressure.
According to him, the Kwankwasiyya Movement has survived over the years because it is built on shared beliefs and sacrifice, not financial inducements or personal ambition.
He urged his supporters to remain resolute and focused, noting that political setbacks should not weaken their resolve or commitment to the movement’s ideals.
The former governor also called for early groundwork ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that recent events in Kano signalled the need for renewed organisation and vigilance.
Kwankwaso said there were clear attempts by political opponents to undermine what he described as years of grassroots mobilisation and reform efforts, adding that only unity and persistence would safeguard those achievements.
Reaffirming his long-standing stance, he assured supporters that he would continue to stand with ordinary Nigerians and resist any compromise that would undermine their interests.
He concluded by encouraging members of the movement to remain steadfast, expressing confidence that sustained dedication would eventually yield the change they seek.
