“I believe him, Peter Obi, and some others will be joining the NDC,” said Habibu Mohammed. Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi are set to defect from the ADC to the NDC next week. This move comes amid a leadership crisis within the ADC, indicating a significant political shift ahead of the 2027 elections.
Key facts:
- Kwankwaso’s decision to join the NDC received unanimous support from stakeholders across all 44 local government areas in Kano.
- Aishatu Binani recently joined the NDC after leaving both the APC and ADC.
- The NDC has proposed a joint presidential ticket for Obi and Kwankwaso.
The Supreme Court ruling on the ADC leadership dispute has created uncertainty within the party. A source close to Peter Obi expressed concerns about skewed party structures affecting primary elections. “If the party structure is skewed in favour of an aspirant, obviously that aspirant will win,” they stated.
Aishatu Binani cited her belief in the NDC’s commitment to structured governance as a reason for her defection. She stated, “The answer is quite simple. After carefully studying the party’s constitution, I saw a strong commitment to structured, policy-driven governance.” The NDC is preparing for the upcoming 2027 general elections with new members.