Abuja: Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has thrown his weight behind the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) move to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, calling the decision a step toward balance and national unity.
He stated that this choice represents significant progress for national healing, fairness, and unity, which he believes are essential for Nigeria’s future.
Kwankwaso spoke on Saturday at the party’s national convention in Abuja, where he elaborated on his support for the party.
He said he supports zoning the NDC ticket to the South for unity and solidarity.
He added, “This lets the region complete its turn in leadership.”
Kwankwaso assured delegates that the party would uphold fairness, federal character, and equity in both appointments and resource distributiHe further urged the party to promote leadership free from ethnic and religious prejudice, reinforcing the message of unity. prejudice.
He said the NDC must set a standard that restores Nigeria’s dignity.
Kwankwaso called on Nigerians, especially youths and students, to register and engage actively in the electoral process.
He encouraged people to register, noting that the NDC had attracted many high-quality members. He added that the party has also generated strong interest among Nigerians and international observers, highlighting its growing influence. observers.
He said, “NDC is becoming a platform for national renewal.”
He warned that Nigeria faces a defining moment due to leadership failures.
Kwankwaso decried what he termed rising insecurity, economic hardship and declining living standards across the country. He elaborated that many citizens had been displaced, while investments continued leaving Nigeria, compounding national difficulties.ng NigerDrawing from history, the former governor also recalled political alliances that shaped the nation’s past.
He cited the 1954 alliance between the Northern Elements Progressive Union and the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons.
He noted that the partnership involved Aminu Kano and Nnamdi Azikiwe, and he also referenced alliances that led to independence in 1960.
He further mentioned the Second Republic partnership of Shehu Shagari and Alex Ekwueme. In conclusion, he said such alliances proved unity and collaboration often delivered solutions during difficult national periods.
Kwankwaso concluded by urging both the NDC and Nigerians to seize this opportunity for renewed unity and transformative leadership, emphasising that together they can overcome current challenges and build a stronger nation.