By George OPARA
A new political direction and subsequent realignment has occurred in Kano State as Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso emerged as deputy governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming 2027 general election cycle.
Spear News Nigeria gathered that Mustapha will run alongside the party’s governorship candidate, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo.
Political pundits say the development a broader political development capable of reshaping alliances in Kano.
The declaration was confirmed on Monday by spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Habibu Saleh Mohammed, who disclosed the development in a brief statement.
“HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for the 2027 Governorship Election,” Mohammed declared.
Spear News Nigeria recalls the development comes months after Mustapha resigned from the administration of incumbent governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, where he served as Commissioner for Youth and Sports.
The resignation was sequel to the political fallout between Governor Yusuf and his father, Rabiu Kwankwaso, a development that triggered fresh cracks within Kano’s powerful political establishment and the larger Kwankwasiyya movement.
At the time of stepping down, Mustapha said he took the decision “with a heavy heart,” while expressing gratitude to Governor Yusuf for allowing him to serve the people of Kano State.
He said his period in office provided him with invaluable experience and lessons, while appreciating the trust reposed in him during his time in government.
“As I resign, I pray that the youth of Kano State will continue to receive the attention and support they deserve. I hope for the best for our sports development programs and initiatives, and I am confident that they will flourish in the years to come,” he had said.
But his emergence as deputy governorship candidate is widely seen as a strategic move by the NDC and a strong indication that the Kwankwaso political structure is repositioning ahead of the 2027 general polls.
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