Abdullahi Ganduje, the recently elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed the party’s readiness to welcome Rabiu Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), should he decide to defect. Ganduje, a former governor of Kano State, conveyed this stance during a conversation with selected media organizations in Kano on Saturday night.
As the current head of the ruling party, Ganduje emphasized that he now holds a position of influence within the APC, which makes it more favorable for Kwankwaso to rejoin the party if he so desires. He acknowledged Kwankwaso’s credentials as a seasoned politician, having served in various prominent roles both at the state and national levels.
Ganduje praised Kwankwaso’s political achievements, noting his two-term tenure as Kano governor, despite some disruptions, and his stint as the Minister of Defence, albeit with reservations about his understanding of defense matters. Additionally, Kwankwaso’s role as a senator was acknowledged, though Ganduje noted that he was largely quiet during his time in the Senate.
Despite any past differences or political affiliations, Ganduje extended an open invitation to Kwankwaso to join the APC. With Ganduje now leading the party and hailing from Kwankwaso’s home state of Kano, he believes that the prospect of rejoining the APC would be more accessible for the seasoned politician. The party’s doors are open, and Ganduje expressed confidence that Kwankwaso’s experience and influence could be beneficial to the APC.
The political landscape in Nigeria often sees politicians making strategic moves to strengthen their positions and forge alliances with other parties. In this context, Ganduje’s invitation to Kwankwaso reflects the dynamics of Nigerian politics, where party alignments can be fluid and subject to change.
As the APC seeks to consolidate its position as the ruling party, the potential addition of Kwankwaso could provide an opportunity for the party to further solidify its support base and expand its influence in Kano and beyond. However, the decision ultimately lies with Kwankwaso, and time will tell whether he chooses to accept the APC’s invitation and return to the party where he once held a significant position.
In conclusion, Abdullahi Ganduje, as the new National Chairman of the APC, has indicated the party’s readiness to receive Rabiu Kwankwaso back into its fold if he decides to decamp from the NNPP. The invitation comes with recognition of Kwankwaso’s political prowess and past accomplishments. With Ganduje’s leadership in the party and both politicians hailing from Kano, the prospect of Kwankwaso rejoining the APC appears feasible, but the final decision rests with him.
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