The political rift between former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso has taken a new dimension, with Ganduje offering his perspective on their past political relationship.

Ganduje, who spoke through a statement issued by his Chief of Staff, Muhammad Garba, while performing the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, cautioned against what he described as attempts to reinterpret historical political events.

He emphasised that political relationships are often built on mutual support, mentorship, and shared sacrifices, rather than hierarchy or superiority.

According to the statement, Ganduje played a significant role in Kwankwaso’s early political development, particularly during his emergence as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives.

The former Kano State governor also highlighted his own career trajectory, noting that he had served as a senior civil servant in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and later as Commissioner for Works, Housing, and Transport in Kano State before Kwankwaso rose to national prominence.

“It is unnecessary to introduce such narratives into current political discourse, especially at a time when citizens expect leaders to focus on governance and development,” the statement said.

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Addressing the 1998 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primaries in Kano, Ganduje stated that he emerged winner of the contest but stepped down following interventions from party elders in the interest of unity, subsequently becoming deputy governorship candidate alongside Kwankwaso.

He noted that both leaders went on to work closely together, serving as governor and deputy governor from 1999 to 2003, and again from 2011 to 2015, describing the period as one of partnership and shared commitment to the development of Kano State.

On the current political landscape in Kano, Ganduje referenced Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, stressing that leadership positions should be respected regardless of past associations.

He added that political progression often evolves over time, with individuals rising through different stages of leadership and influence.

As tensions persist between political camps in the state, Ganduje called on stakeholders to avoid divisive rhetoric and instead prioritise unity, peace, and development.

He also urged supporters across party lines to remain calm and refrain from inflammatory comments regarding the ongoing exchanges among political leaders in Kano State.

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