Former Kano State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has announced his resignation from the party, citing the need for “strategic realignment” in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
Kwankwaso made this known in a press statement dated March 29, 2026, where he confirmed that his resignation takes immediate effect.
The former NNPP National Leader described his decision as difficult, noting that he had enjoyed the privilege of leading the party and representing it in the 2023 general elections.
“I wish to formally announce my resignation from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) with immediate effect,” he stated, adding that his commitment to the party made the decision a challenging one.
He, however, explained that recent political developments in the country necessitated a shift in alignment, as he seeks a platform that offers better prospects for achieving meaningful national change.
“Considering the current trajectory of the nation’s political landscape, which calls for strategic realignment, I have found it necessary to identify with another political platform that offers the best opportunity to effectively change the nation,” he said.
Kwankwaso expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party, including the National Chairman, Ajuji Ahmed, as well as members of the National Working Committee, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders across various levels of the party.
He also acknowledged the support of members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, a political group closely associated with his political ideology and base.
Despite his exit, the former governor emphasized the need for continued collaboration among political actors, expressing optimism about working with former associates toward national development.
“We shall continue to collaborate and work together towards charting a better and more prosperous future for our dear nation,” he added.
Kwankwaso’s resignation is expected to trigger fresh political permutations ahead of the 2027 general elections, as observers watch closely to see his next political move.
