Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-08 03:12:24
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has found itself in the spotlight, as it has become a sought-after entity by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and other political parties. This has raised concerns among NNPP loyalists, who fear that the party’s founding ideology and the Kwankwasiyya movement may be compromised for the sake of political alliances.
The recent move by the APC to court Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the leadership of NNPP has brought the party into the political limelight. There are speculations regarding the implications of this move on the party’s trajectory leading up to the 2027 presidential election. Some believe that the invitation from the APC is part of a strategy to gain influence in Kano State, while others see it as a result of a potential agreement between Governor Yusuf and the presidency.
The state of Kano is crucial in Nigerian politics due to its large population and influence, making it a coveted prize for political parties aiming to secure victory in future elections. This has led to intense lobbying and strategic moves by various political figures, including President Bola Tinubu, who is seeking to exert his influence in the state.
APC stakeholders in Kano have openly extended an invitation to Governor Yusuf and NNPP members to join their party. The APC national chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has emphasized the importance of consolidating their party’s position in the state and maximizing their followership. However, Governor Yusuf has indicated that there is no decision to abandon the party that brought him to power, leading to concerns among NNPP members about his intentions.
There are also concerns about how President Tinubu aims to navigate the complex political landscape of Kano, especially in relation to the Kwankwasiyya and Gandujiyya political movements. It is widely believed that Tinubu understands the significance of Kano in Nigeria’s political landscape and is working towards securing influence in the state.
The potential reconciliation between Governor Ganduje and Mallam Rabiu Kwankwaso, the national leader of NNPP, has also been a subject of discussion. It is speculated that President Tinubu is keen on wooing Kwankwaso to the APC to prevent him from aligning with other opposition figures, such as former vice president and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar.
Despite these political maneuvers, there are concerns about the impact of these developments on the future of NNPP and its founding ideology. Many NNPP members are wary of potential compromises and fear that the party’s original ethos may be undermined by political alliances and power struggles.
In summary, the political landscape in Kano State is undergoing significant shifts as various parties vie for influence and power ahead of the 2027 general elections. The fate of NNPP and its founding ideology hangs in the balance as it becomes a focal point for political maneuvering and strategic alliances. The coming months and years will undoubtedly bring further developments and reshaping of the political landscape in Kano and Nigeria as a whole.
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