A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, says he is optimistic about clinching the party’s vice-presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election, adding that the move could pave the way for Kano State to eventually produce Nigeria’s president.
Speaking during an interview on Premier Radio over the weekend, the former Kano governor said the coming election would mark a turning point for both Kano and the country if he secures a place on the ballot.
“By God’s grace, the next election will be unlike anything that has ever happened in our state and country, especially if I secure the ticket and my name is on the ballot,” Kwankwaso said.
He lamented that Kano had never produced a vice-president since the First Republic despite its political influence and population.
“Since the First Republic, despite our struggles and political wisdom, Kano has never produced a vice president. This is both disappointing and deeply saddening, but by God’s grace, it will be corrected,” he stated.
“Kano state will rightfully secure this position, which will open the door for our state to eventually produce the president of this country.”
Kwankwaso also claimed that politicians from southern Nigeria were already joining the party, while urging the north-west to make careful political decisions ahead of the elections.
“People from the south who understand what is happening are already registering with our party. The north, especially the north-west, must be careful and ensure they do what is right so they do not make a decision they will deeply regret,” he added.
Kwankwaso and Peter Obi recently moved from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the NDC.
According to reports, both politicians agreed to contest the 2027 presidential election on a joint ticket, with Obi expected to run for president while Kwankwaso would serve as his running mate.
Kwankwaso further hinted that such an arrangement could position him to succeed Obi after a possible two-term tenure, in line with Nigeria’s informal north-south power rotation system.