Hanga Denies APC Defection Rumors, Stays with NDC

Senator Rufai Sani Hanga, representing Kano Central Senatorial District, has dismissed rumors regarding his potential defection from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during a local radio program in Kano on Tuesday, Hanga reaffirmed his loyalty to the NDC, stating, “I still remain a member of NDC and I have not yet made any plans of Decamping out.” Despite his commitment, he expressed skepticism about the NDC's ability to challenge the APC in the next presidential election, citing a lack of national strength and acceptance.

Hanga also addressed his relationship with former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, clarifying that there is mutual respect between them despite political differences. He recounted discussions about the NDC governorship ticket in Kano, revealing that Kwankwaso had considered positioning his son, Mustapha Kwankwaso, for the governorship race, and later approached Hanga regarding a deputy governorship candidacy, which he accepted despite feeling it was a demotion.