The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, has said the party is open to forming alliances with any political figure or party — including President Bola Tinubu, former President Goodluck Jonathan, and Peter Obi — provided they share the NNPP’s vision for a better Nigeria.
Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa, Kwankwaso said any partnership ahead of the 2027 general elections must be based on mutual respect, shared values, and genuine commitment to the welfare of Nigerians.
“We’re ready for anyone — APC, PDP, ADC, Jonathan, or Peter Obi — as long as we are convinced of their competence and integrity,” he said. “But whoever we align with must be committed to improving the lives of Nigerians. If they fail to meet our expectations, we won’t continue with them.”
The former Kano State governor emphasized that the NNPP had grown into a national political force, with structures across the country capable of influencing Nigeria’s political direction.
Kwankwaso also hinted at possible talks with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), but maintained that such cooperation must deliver clear and tangible benefits to the NNPP’s members and candidates.
He, however, took a swipe at Nigeria’s political class, accusing them of ignoring the plight of ordinary citizens while indulging in luxury in the capital.
“Many politicians in Abuja are living large while ordinary Nigerians are struggling to survive,” he said. “This is why we insist that any alliance must prioritize the people’s welfare above personal interest.”
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