NNPP National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, made this known on Monday during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. He assured that despite the defection of the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, the NNPP remains committed to participating in future elections.
Johnson explained that while the party intends to align with the ADC at the presidential level—and possibly in some national contests—it will continue to field candidates in other elective positions.
He noted that prior to his decision to join the ADC, Kwankwaso had engaged in consultations with several opposition leaders. Johnson dismissed concerns over the move, insisting that opposition figures are acting in the best interest of Nigerians and that Kwankwaso’s exit would not weaken the NNPP.
He confirmed that Kwankwaso would formally register with the ADC in Kano on Monday, emphasizing that the decision followed extensive consultations aimed at building a united opposition platform for 2027.
“He resigned from the NNPP and will join the ADC today in Kano State,” Johnson said.
According to him, the planned defection came after weeks of strategic meetings involving Kwankwaso, leaders of the Kwankwasiyya movement, and key ADC figures, as efforts intensified to form a broader coalition capable of challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Johnson added that Kwankwaso recently met with party stakeholders in Kano to consolidate support for the move and also held talks with prominent political figures, including ADC National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and Bayelsa West Senator Seriake Dickson.
Kwankwaso had announced his resignation from the NNPP on Sunday, citing the need for strategic political realignment.