Kwankwaso Resigns from NNPP as Political Realignment Begins

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the former governor of Kano State, has announced his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) with immediate effect. In a statement issued on Sunday, Kwankwaso expressed profound gratitude for the honor and privilege of serving as the party's national leader and its presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections.

He acknowledged that the decision to resign was not easy but was necessary due to the current political trajectory of the country. Kwankwaso emphasized the importance of aligning with a political platform that offers the best opportunity for effecting change in the nation.

He thanked the members of the NNPP, including the chairman, board of trustees, and various levels of leadership, for their steadfast support throughout his tenure. His resignation marks a significant shift in his political journey as he seeks to pursue a new direction in the political landscape of Nigeria.