Kwankwaso Reveals Details of Kwankwasiyya’s ADC Power-Sharing Formula

Kwankwaso Reveals Details of Kwankwasiyya’s ADC Power-Sharing Formula

Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has explained why his group accepted a reduced share in the power-sharing arrangement within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), despite being initially offered a larger portion.

Kwankwaso disclosed this while speaking to supporters of the movement in Kano over the weekend, saying the decision was taken to promote inclusiveness and strengthen internal cohesion within the emerging opposition structure.

According to him, the bloc that transitioned from the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) into the ADC was initially offered about 80 per cent of positions within the party structure, while the remaining 20 per cent was to go to other stakeholders.

However, he said the group opted to accept a 60–40 arrangement instead.

“They gave us 60 per cent and the old ADC took 40 per cent. In the presence of the national leadership, they offered 80 per cent but we said no and took 60,” Kwankwaso told his supporters.

He explained that the decision was deliberate, stressing that the Kwankwasiyya Movement prioritises unity over dominance.

“We showed them that we want everyone else to come in,” he said.

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Kwankwaso added that the move was consistent with his group’s previous political strategy, recalling a similar arrangement during their political transition from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), where power-sharing was also structured around compromise.

“When we came from PDP to APC that time, we had government and we did the same—60-40,” he said.

He maintained that political stability and long-term strategy were more important than controlling party structures, especially as opposition groups reposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The former governor also revealed that Kwankwasiyya members currently occupy leadership positions across all 44 local government areas of Kano State, including chairmanship roles and other key administrative positions.

However, he noted that some of these positions were later reduced following complaints and negotiations with other stakeholders.

“In every local government, we are the ones who have chairmen and other leaders across the 44, but after an outcry, we have given them 10 out of the 44,” he said.

Kwankwaso urged supporters to remain patient and avoid unnecessary pressure over appointments, stressing that political inclusion must balance competence, eligibility, and broader party harmony.

“I want us to be patient enough. Don’t say you must be everywhere or insist on a particular person when that person may not even be eligible,” he added.

Political observers say the development reflects ongoing negotiations within opposition blocs as they attempt to build a more unified front capable of challenging dominant parties in future elections.

The Kwankwasiyya Movement remains one of the most influential political structures in northern Nigeria, with strong grassroots support and a disciplined mobilisation network.

Kwankwaso Reveals Details of Kwankwasiyya’s ADC Power-Sharing Formula