Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has dismissed reports claiming he has concluded plans to defect from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying no final decision has been made.

Kwankwaso reacts to defection claims

In a statement shared on his X account, Kwankwaso said ongoing consultations are being held but stressed that his political future remains undecided.

“We have commenced wide-ranging consultations… to explore the best options for protecting our democratic interests,” he said.

ADC crisis fuels consultations

He pointed to the lingering leadership crisis within the ADC as a key reason for the ongoing talks.

Kwankwaso noted that the recent Supreme Court ruling, which affirmed the David Mark-led leadership but returned parts of the dispute to the lower court, has left the party in a difficult position.

Court rulings deepen uncertainty

The former governor also referenced a Federal High Court judgment that invalidated the party’s convention, alongside moves to deregister the ADC.

He said the situation mirrors the legal challenges that earlier forced him out of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

“The ADC has now been also forced into this difficulty,” he stated.

Talks with NDC, PRP ongoing

Kwankwaso confirmed that discussions are ongoing with leaders of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), and other stakeholders.

He assured that a final decision would be communicated at the appropriate time.

No position yet on 2027 race

Speaking on the 2027 presidential election, Kwankwaso said he has neither declared interest nor endorsed any candidate.

He reiterated his history of supporting party unity, recalling his roles in previous primaries and elections.

Absence from meetings explained

Kwankwaso also clarified that his absence from recent ADC stakeholders’ meetings was due to prior commitments, adding that party leaders were informed in advance.