The internal conflict within the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) intensifies as party leaders express strong disapproval of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s recent visit to Abia State.
In a statement by Abdulsalam Abdulrazaq, the party’s national publicity secretary, it was officially announced that it has expelled the former Kano state governor and his group from the party. He mentioned that the expulsion marks a significant decision by the party’s leadership, effectively ending the former governor’s association with the party and removing any influence his group held.
Abdulrazaq highlighted the statement by saying their decisions reflects the party’s ongoing commitment to uphold its values and internal unity.
He stated that during an emergency National Working Committee meeting, they reiterated that Kwankwaso’s recent visit to Abia was merely a disguise to express grievances over the judgment of the Abia High Court.
“We are reliably informed that some of the issues discussed by Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso on camera with the Abia state governor was connected with the recent judgement of Abia State High Court which compelled INEC to handover the administration of the party to the Board of Trustees (BOT) according to the party constitution 2022 as amended”, the statement added.
He also mentioned that the party clarified that individuals who were introduced as NNPP executives alongside Kwankwaso are not recognized by the party.
According to party’s statement, the court ruling underscored that Kwankwaso’s actions, marked by betrayal of trust, dishonesty, and greed, were pivotal in leading to this outcome. This decision reflects the court’s response to what it viewed as a severe breach of integrity on Kwankwaso’s part.
Abdulrazaq advised Governor Otti not to allow himself to be dragged into the internal affairs of the NNPP by the expelled “self acclaimed” National leader who he claims is hell bent to disorganise the party ahead of 2027 General Election.
Acknowledging that the Governor of Abia State is a democrat who respects the rule of law and understands the judiciary’s independence from the executive, he added, “Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and his group are finally gone, and peace has been restored to the party”.
The leadership’s criticism of their 2023 presidential candidate signals deepening rifts, suggesting that resolution is unlikely in the near future. This tension highlights ongoing divisions within the party, raising questions about unity and future direction as they navigate these escalating challenges.
