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Amid the growing political uncertainty surrounding the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and speculations about a possible exit from the party, former Kano State Governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has broken his silence, clarifying that no final decision has been taken regarding his political future.

In a personally signed statement made available to Spear News, Kwankwaso addressed what he described as “misleading narratives in the public domain,” urging Nigerians and his supporters to await formal communication on his next political move.

Senator Kwankwaso acknowledged the precarious situation the ADC currently finds itself in, citing recent judicial pronouncements that have thrown the party’s leadership structure into uncertainty.

“We have noted recent media reports and discussions suggesting a possible realignment within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to the current challenges facing the party,” the statement read.

“In light of the misleading narratives in the public domain, I wish to state categorically that no final decision has been taken regarding my political future or that of my political associates.”

Kwankwaso pointed to the recent Supreme Court judgment and a Federal High Court ruling as sources of concern, noting that these legal battles have placed the party in a difficult position.

“The recent Supreme Court judgment, while affirming the legitimacy of the David Mark-led National Working Committee (NWC), also remitted the matter back to the High Court. This has left the party in a precarious position. In addition, the Federal High Court has recently ruled to delegitimise the party’s recent convention. The Attorney General of the Federation has also strangely applied to a Federal High Court to deregister the ADC.”

The former presidential candidate recalled his exit from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) due to similar legal troubles, hinting that history may be repeating itself.

“We left the NNPP due to externally influenced legal problems that made our stay perilous. The ADC has now been also forced into this difficulty.”

Consequently, Kwankwaso confirmed that he has commenced “wide-ranging consultations — including with leaders from the NDC, PRP and others” to explore the best options for protecting his political interests. He promised that a final decision would be announced “in the soonest possible time.”

No Endorsement Yet for Presidential Ticket

In what appears to be a direct response to reports suggesting he has agreed to run as Peter Obi’s vice-presidential candidate, Kwankwaso firmly stated that he has neither declared any intention to run for president nor endorsed any aspirant.

“The ADC is yet to zone its presidential ticket or take any decision on a candidate. I have therefore neither declared any intention to run for president nor endorsed any aspirant. All speculations to the contrary are premature and unfounded.”

Kwankwaso further underscored his credentials as a democrat, recalling his conduct in past primary elections.

“In the 2014 APC presidential primary, I came second to President Muhammadu Buhari (whom I fully supported to victory), with Atiku Abubakar third, Rochas Okorocha fourth, and the late Sam Nda-Isaiah fifth. Similarly, in 2019, I contested the PDP presidential ticket and immediately supported the winner, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, serving as the campaign’s coordinator in the North.”

He added, “I have always placed national interest and party unity above personal ambition.”

Explains Absence from ADC Meetings

Addressing his absence from two recent ADC stakeholders’ meetings, Kwankwaso described it as a matter of “unavoidable personal commitments,” adding that he had promptly communicated his apologies to the party leadership.

Kwankwaso’s clarification comes amid a swirl of reports that he and the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have reached an agreement to run on a joint ticket under the ADC platform ahead of the 2027 general elections .

According to multiple sources, the arrangement being speculated would see Kwankwaso run as Obi’s vice-presidential candidate, a deal that party insiders say has been “sealed in principle” after weeks of back-channel negotiations . The proposed ticket has already been dubbed the “OK Movement” by online supporters, combining Obidient and Kwankwasiyya followers .

A high-ranking member of the Kwankwasiyya movement, who spoke with Leadership newspaper, confirmed that “Obi will run for president while Kwankwaso will be his running mate. This arrangement has been agreed in principle, and we believe it offers a credible path to Nigeria’s liberation” .

Similarly, the national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr. Tanko Yunusa, said efforts are ongoing behind the scenes to ensure the proposed alliance becomes a reality .

However, Kwankwaso’s statement on Saturday directly contradicts these claims—at least for now. The former Kano governor insists no decision has been made and no candidate has been endorsed.

Kwankwasiyya Chieftain Resigns from ADC on ‘Orders’

The confusion deepened on Friday when a key figure in the Kwankwasiyya movement in Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, Kabiru Adamu Abdullahi, resigned from the ADC, explicitly stating that he was acting on the “order of Jagora”—the term used by movement members to refer to Kwankwaso .

Abdullahi, a House of Assembly aspirant, wrote in a Facebook post accompanying his resignation letter: “This is the order of Jagora” . His resignation letter, dated May 1, 2026, simply stated: “I hereby formally resign my membership of All Democratic Congress (ADC) at Kofar Ruwa Ward with immediate effect” .

The resignation has fueled speculation that Kwankwaso may be preparing to lead his supporters out of the ADC en masse.

Kwankwasiyya Spokesperson Confirms Alternative Talks

In a related development, the official spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, released a statement on Friday citing the recent Supreme Court judgment on the ADC leadership crisis as a primary reason the movement is considering alternatives .

“We are actively exploring all lawful and strategic options available to us… including constructive engagements and the careful consideration of alignments with other progressive political platforms such as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), among others,” the statement read .

Mohammed added that a final decision on a new political alignment would be communicated “in no distant time” .

According to TheCable, a Kwankwasiyya spokesperson confirmed that the group and its leader have resolved to leave the ADC and join the NDC, with the move expected to be finalized on Monday or Tuesday . The same report indicated that discussions with the NDC had reached “about 90 percent,” with only minor issues left to be resolved .

NDC Confirms Talks with Obi, Kwankwaso

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has added more weight to the speculation. The party’s Deputy Publicity Secretary, Abdulmumin Abdulsalam, disclosed that Obi and Kwankwaso have been holding talks with NDC leaders for “quite some time” .

Abdulsalam said the NDC would welcome the two opposition figures and was willing to give them the presidential ticket.

“Obi is most welcome at the party, not just him, even Kwankwaso too. They have discussed with our national leaders, so you should just watch out,” Abdulsalam was quoted as saying .

“We received their names about a month ago from the ADC. We are willing to give them the presidential ticket… and they will join us,” he added .

Summit of Supporters Holds in Abuja

In a further sign of the growing momentum behind an Obi-Kwankwaso alliance, supporters of both politicians convened a unity summit in Abuja on Saturday under the auspices of the OK Movement . The summit, themed “One Voice, One Vision: In Unity We Win,” had about 428 registered attendees, according to reports .

Speakers at the event included NNPP chieftain Buba Galadima, activist Aisha Yesufu, and Isaac Fayose, brother of former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose .

Atiku, Amaechi Camps React

Meanwhile, camps loyal to other ADC presidential aspirants have dismissed the proposed Obi-Kwankwaso alliance as inconsequential.

A senior aide in Atiku Abubakar’s camp described the alliance as “expected” but insisted that the former vice president remained “the most experienced and sellable candidate” in the ADC race .

“We welcome competition. Atiku has nationwide structures and the goodwill to win. This is democracy; we are not losing sleep over any alliance,” the aide said .

Similarly, an ally of former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi dismissed the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket as a “marriage of convenience” that would not alter the dynamics of the primary.

“Politics is about numbers and structures, not headlines. Amaechi is consulting widely and will present himself when the time comes. Let them forge alliances; we are building a coalition that can win in 2027,” the Amaechi loyalist stated .

Kwankwaso’s Promise

As the political drama continues to unfold, Senator Kwankwaso ended his statement with a promise to Nigerians.

“We shall continue to engage constructively at all levels. Any definitive position on our political direction will be communicated formally through official channels at the appropriate time.”