Kwankwaso Critiques Sheriff on Obi's Northern Support

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and former Governor of Kano State, criticized Ali Modu Sheriff, the former Governor of Borno State, for his comments questioning Peter Obi's electoral support in Northern Nigeria. In a statement made on Wednesday, Kwankwaso expressed disappointment with Sheriff’s remarks, stating they do not reflect the reality of Northern politics.

He highlighted that Obi secured approximately 2.8 million votes in the region during the last presidential election, a significant achievement that should not be dismissed. Kwankwaso rejected Sheriff’s assertion that voters in Kano do not support Obi, emphasizing that the residents historically back candidates endorsed by the Kwankwasiyya Movement.

He urged Sheriff to focus on the security and humanitarian challenges facing Borno State rather than making divisive comments. Kwankwaso concluded that the current political landscape offers the best opportunity for Nigeria's reset towards unity and progress.