Spiritual leader of Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has predicted the emergence of former Anambra state Governor Peter Obi as the next president in the 2027 election.

Kwankwaso expressed confidence in the ability and political dexterity of Obi, reaffirming readiness to galvanise support for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano.

Kwankwaso, who was confirmed as Obi's running mate yesterday, Saturday, May 30, 2026, made the prediction during the affirmation of consensus aspirants of the party in Kano State, describing the process as a demonstration of unity and internal democracy within the party structure.

He said the emergence of consensus candidates across constituencies reflected strong cohesion among party members, noting that the exercise was conducted peacefully despite the large number of aspirants in several areas.

According to him, some constituencies had more than 10 aspirants, but stakeholders were able to reach an agreement through consensus-building.

“I’m talking about Peter Obi. He will be flying our flag, and by the grace of God, on May 29, exactly one year from now, he will have been sworn in as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Kwankwaso said.

He commended party leaders, elders and supporters in Kano State for ensuring a smooth selection process across all constituencies, describing the outcome as a product of cooperation and political maturity.

At the event, former Kano State deputy governor, Comrade Abdulsalam Gwarzo, was affirmed as the party’s governorship candidate, while Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna emerged as the senatorial candidate for Kano Central.

Other candidates were also affirmed for the House of Representatives, State House of Assembly and various senatorial districts ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Kwankwaso appreciated members of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, the CRC, Lafiya Jari groups and the New Nigeria Peoples Party for their support and commitment throughout the exercise.

Speaking after his affirmation, Gwarzo pledged to run an inclusive and open-door administration if elected governor in 2027, while urging youths to remain committed to the party’s objectives ahead of the polls. (Adapted from a report by The Guardian)

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