Fresh political moves are unfolding in Kano as two prominent figures former Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo and the 2023 APC governorship candidate, Nasiru Gawuna prepare to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Their expected defection appears closely tied to a broader political shake-up involving Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi, both of whom have recently been linked to the NDC.
The shift gained attention after a video surfaced on Sunday showing Kwankwaso and Obi being handed membership cards, suggesting they had formally joined the party.
Sources say the moment followed a meeting with NDC leaders at the Abuja home of former Bayelsa governor, Seriake Dickson, who is regarded as a key figure in the party.
Those close to Gwarzo and Gawuna say their moves are already in motion. Gwarzo’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Shuaibu, hinted that his principal’s decision is largely influenced by Kwankwaso’s direction.
“It’s only a matter of time,” he said, suggesting Gwarzo will publicly declare his position soon.
Gawuna is said to be on a similar path. According to his associate, Ahmed Gogel, consultations are ongoing and the groundwork for his exit from the ADC has already been laid.
“He’s aligning with key stakeholders. The formal announcement will come soon,” Gogel said, adding that the decision is part of a wider strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.
The developments point to a growing realignment among opposition figures, with the NDC emerging as a possible rallying point.
In Kano, where Kwankwaso remains a dominant political force, more shifts could follow as his supporters reassess their positions.
