Another chapter in Kano politics unfolded as Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, sent a strong message to Governor Abba Yusuf and other defectors, signalling a widening rift with his former political protégés.

Political tension has escalated following the resignation of Governor Yusuf alongside several local government council chairmen, some members of the House of Representatives, and aides reportedly moving towards the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.

Speaking to party supporters at his Kano residence shortly after the governor’s resignation, the National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) said his long-standing political struggle has always been for the emancipation of ordinary Nigerians.

“I’m not for sale. Our political convictions keep me grounded. If I were in it for personal gain, I would have taken the easy route and you would be looking for me elsewhere, not in this place,” Kwankwaso declared.

He stressed that shared ideals, not material inducements, have sustained the movement. “Our shared vision is what keeps me going. If I were motivated by greed, I would have taken the money and run, and you would not be here showing your support.”

Kwankwaso urged his supporters to begin early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning against complacency.

“We need people like you who have sacrificed and stood by the truth. You should not relent, because one day we will achieve our objectives,” he said.

Referring to developments in Kano, he added that preparations must begin immediately. “Going by what is happening in Kano today, we need to start preparing because there are people hell-bent on destroying what we built over time.”

Reaffirming his stance, Kwankwaso assured supporters that he would not compromise his principles. “My mission is to always fight for the ordinary people. I will not compromise with those who exploit the masses,” he said. (Text, excluding headline: AriseNews TV)

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