National leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and founder of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, held a private meeting with the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, in Abuja, on Thursday.

Details of the meeting were unknown but Kwankwaso confirmed that it held at his Abuja residence.

“It was a pleasure to receive my dear friend, His Excellency Rauf Aregbesola, former Governor of Osun State and National Secretary of the ADC, this evening at my residence in Abuja,” Kwankwaso wrote.

The meeting comes just days after the Kwankwasiyya movement hinted at ongoing discussions with both the ADC and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over possible political realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

Kwankwaso, who has remained a dominant figure in northern politics, is believed to be exploring new alliances following internal strains within the NNPP and speculation about his next political move.

Aregbesola, a former minister of interior and influential figure in southwestern politics, represents a key link between Kwankwaso’s northern base and potential southern allies.

His role as ADC’s national secretary adds weight to speculation that the two parties may be considering a broader coalition.

Political observers say the Abuja meeting underscores Kwankwaso’s strategy of building bridges across party lines, especially as Kwankwasiyya leaders openly discuss realignment with ADC and NDC.

While neither Kwankwaso nor Aregbesola disclosed details of their discussions, the timing of the meeting is seen as significant.

Analysts suggest it could mark the beginning of structured negotiations toward a coalition that may reshape Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of 2027. (Guardian)