Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party and ex-Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress. The former Minister of Defence also registered with the party and received his membership card on Monday at Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Road, Bompai, Kano. PUNCH Online had earlier reported that Kwankwaso announced his resignation from the NNPP on Sunday, citing the need for political realignment. Kwankwaso thanked the party leadership, including the National Chairman, Ajuji Ahmed, and other organs of the party, for their support during his time in the party. “We shall continue to collaborate and work together towards charting a better and more prosperous future for our dear nation,” he added.

Source: Punch March 30, 2026 18:59 UTC