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Reuben Abati, a seasoned journalist and ex-presidential aide, stated that Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s switch to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could greatly alter the opposition landscape in anticipation of the 2027 general elections.

During a Tuesday appearance on The Morning Show on Arise Television, Abati remarked that Kwankwaso’s action, together with his supporters from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has bolstered the ADC and established it as a coalition platform for prominent opposition figures.

Abati highlighted the strategic significance of Kano State in presidential elections, pointing out its 44 local government areas and substantial voter population, and labeling it a crucial battleground alongside Rivers and Lagos states.

He stated that Kwankwaso, seen as a leading political figure in Kano, could greatly affect the dynamics of the 2027 race after his defection.

Nevertheless, the analyst questioned the internal dynamics of the ADC, especially in relation to the party’s presidential ticket.

He pointed out that Kwankwaso has had presidential aspirations for a considerable time and questioned whether he would obtain the party’s nomination, serve as a running mate, or be included in a larger political configuration.

Abati also mentioned the ongoing speculation regarding a potential alliance between Kwankwaso and Obi, questioning how such a development could impact the political position of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar within the party.

He said: “Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso has now moved with his NNPP and Kwankwansiya supporters to the ADC.

“What has happened with that movement is that the ADC has been strengthened, and it now has a collection of, you know, frontline opposition figures. You have Peter Obi there. You have Rotimi Amaechi there. You have you Atiku Abubakar also there.

“And Kano, as I’ve stated previously on this platform, is a very important platform in Nigerian elections. You are talking about 44 local government councils. You are talking about a large proportion of voters.

“There are some states that you need to win in this country if you want to be president. Kano is one of them, also Rivers, and Lagos.

“And now you have the most prominent politician today in Kano state joining the ADC.

“He was supposed to have joined the APC. We were told that there were conversations, but then his godson, the governor of the state, joined the APC before him.

“Kano state is going to be a major battleground in 2027. However, Dr Kwankwaso has always made it clear that he wants to be president of Nigeria.

“Now, would they give him the ticket? Will he become a running mate to another person? I’ve been seeing people saying ‘PitaKwa’ 2027, suggesting that he will be a running mate to Peter Obi of the ADC. Is that going to work?

“Is that going to play out? Where does that leave Waziri Adamawa, our former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, will he also just sit back and allow ‘Pitakwa’ in the ADC?

“So we’re just seeing the early moments of the drama, and there’s going to be a lot of drama, either from the politicians themselves or from the entertainment”.

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