According to a report by Daily Post on Monday, May 18, 2026, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a former Governor of Kano State and leading member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has spoken on several political and social matters during a media session that lasted about two hours at his residence in Kano on Sunday.…....
During the interaction, Kwankwaso discussed issues bordering on insecurity, political disagreements, education policies, and past political disputes within Kano State and across the country.
The former presidential candidate used the opportunity to reflect on developments that have shaped political activities over the years and the experiences he has encountered in public office.
Speaking on political relationships, Kwankwaso expressed dissatisfaction over what he described as betrayal by some individuals who were once among his trusted political associates.
He stated that some long-standing alliances had deteriorated over time, adding that such experiences had influenced his understanding of loyalty and trust within the political environment.
The former governor also responded to questions concerning remarks associated with the current Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, especially on the issue of political defections.
Kwankwaso dismissed concerns surrounding defections and political movements, insisting that such matters should not be exaggerated.
He maintained his position regarding disagreements within the party and internal political developments.
Kwankwaso further revisited programmes introduced during his administration, particularly educational support initiatives that provided scholarships and sponsorship opportunities to students.
He noted that some beneficiaries of those programmes later adopted political positions different from the movement that supported their educational advancement.
According to him, the development formed part of his broader concerns regarding loyalty, commitment, and responsibility among those who benefited from government-backed opportunities.
He also spoke about wider governance challenges, including insecurity and previous political confrontations that have continued to influence political relationships and public discussions within Kano State and the country at large.
On national political issues, Kwankwaso commented on discussions surrounding an alleged agreement involving Peter Obi over a proposed single-term presidency arrangement.
He explained that such understandings were part of wider political negotiations and strategies among political actors.
He said, “We have an agreement with Peter Obi that he would serve for only one term, but if he later say he would go for a second term. Let him continue – we know how to handle that.”
