Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, says his party is willing to form alliances with President Bola Tinubu, former President Goodluck Jonathan, Peter Obi, and other political figures ahead of the 2027 general election.
Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa, the former Kano State governor said Nigerians are now more politically aware and eager for real change, noting that the next election will be highly competitive.
“I believe the 2027 elections will be much tougher. People are more informed and more determined. Thanks to radio and social media, voters are now aware of their rights. You may witness things that have never happened before in Nigeria’s politics,” Kwankwaso said.
“This time, people will not sell their votes — they want genuine change.”
Kwankwaso explained that the NNPP is open to partnering with any political group or leader who shares the party’s vision for a prosperous and secure Nigeria, stressing that any alliance must be based on mutual respect and shared values.
“We’re ready for anyone, the APC, PDP, ADC, Jonathan, or Peter Obi, provided they are competent and have integrity. But whoever we work with must be committed to improving the lives of Nigerians,” he said.
“If they fail to meet our expectations, we will not continue with them.”
He added that the NNPP, which fielded candidates across all 36 states in the 2023 elections, has become a national political force capable of shaping Nigeria’s future.
Kwankwaso also reiterated his earlier comments on possible collaboration with the All Progressives Congress (APC), but maintained that such an alliance must come with clear benefits for the NNPP’s members and structures.
“If we are to join the APC, they must tell us what NNPP will gain. We have full structures nationwide, what will be offered to our candidates and supporters?” he queried.
The former Minister of Defence criticized Nigeria’s political elite for their disconnect from ordinary citizens, accusing them of enriching themselves while the masses suffer from insecurity and poverty.
“Our people are being killed in Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kaduna, yet the elites live comfortably in Abuja, building mansions, driving luxury cars, and ignoring the suffering of the poor,” Kwankwaso said.
“They behave as if they are untouchable, but I believe Allah will judge them.”
