Kano Politics: Kwankwasiyya Figure Dumps ADC in Surprise Move

Kano Politics: Kwankwasiyya Figure Dumps ADC in Surprise Move

A prominent Kwankwasiyya movement figure in Kano State, Hon. Kabiru Adamu Abdullahi, has officially resigned his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a notable shift within the state’s evolving political landscape.

Abdullahi, a well-known House of Assembly aspirant for Dala Local Government Area, confirmed his resignation in a formal letter dated May 1, 2026, addressed to the ADC chairman in Kofar Ruwa Ward. In the letter, he stated that his withdrawal from the party takes immediate effect, while expressing appreciation for his time in the organisation.

“I hereby formally resign my membership of African Democratic Congress (ADC) at Kofar Ruwa Ward with immediate effect,” he wrote. He added, “I sincerely appreciate the opportunity given to me to be part of the party and wish you and the party the very best in your future endeavours. Kindly accept this as my official notice and communicate same to the appropriate authorities.”

The resignation is believed to follow what political sources describe as a directive from the leadership of the Kwankwasiyya movement, which has been tightening internal discipline and streamlining political affiliations among its members ahead of future elections.

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The Kwankwasiyya movement, led by former Kano State Governor and presidential candidate Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, is known for its strong organisational structure, loyalty-based membership system, and coordinated political strategy across Kano State and beyond.

Political observers say the move reflects ongoing efforts by the movement to consolidate its base and prevent divided loyalty among members as political parties reposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Abdullahi, who has been active in grassroots mobilisation within the Dala political axis, is regarded as one of the influential local aspirants in the area. His previous affiliation with the ADC had drawn attention given Kwankwasiyya’s broader political influence and shifting alliances in northern Nigeria.

The development comes amid wider political realignments in Kano State, where parties and political blocs are strengthening their structures in preparation for upcoming electoral contests. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been working to expand its presence in the North, but analysts say retaining high-profile local figures linked to dominant movements remains a challenge.

As of press time, neither the ADC leadership in Kano nor representatives of the Kwankwasiyya movement have issued an official statement regarding Abdullahi’s resignation. However, political watchers believe the development may signal further internal adjustments within the state’s political landscape in the months ahead.

Kano Politics: Kwankwasiyya Figure Dumps ADC in Surprise Move