The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the Obedient Movement have dismissed former APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje’s criticism of the proposed Peter Obi-Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso presidential ticket, insisting that only Nigerians—not political opponents—will decide its fate in the 2027 elections.
The reactions came after Ganduje reportedly described the proposed Obi-Kwankwaso alliance as “dead on arrival” in Kano State, while also questioning Peter Obi’s record as former governor of Anambra State and Rabiu Kwankwaso’s ability to deliver Kano votes in the next presidential election.
Responding to the remarks, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Abdulmumin Abdulsalam, said Ganduje was no longer in a position to determine the political future of the proposed alliance.
“I think Ganduje is just blabbing. He is no longer politically relevant in Kano. Politics is about popularity, and we are confident the people will decide at the appropriate time,” Abdulsalam said.
He expressed confidence that the proposed ticket would attract massive support across Nigeria, arguing that Peter Obi’s performance in the 2023 presidential election, coupled with the country’s current economic challenges, would strengthen the alliance ahead of 2027.
The National Coordinator of the Obedient Movement Worldwide, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, also rejected Ganduje’s comments, saying the former APC chairman lacked the moral authority to question the records of both Obi and Kwankwaso.
Tanko praised Obi’s tenure as governor of Anambra State, saying he left office with a reputation for prudent management of public funds and without allegations of financial misconduct.
“Nigerians will judge leaders based on their integrity, competence and track record. Political attacks and unfounded criticisms cannot diminish the growing support for Peter Obi and the proposed alliance,” Tanko said.
Both the NDC and the Obedient Movement maintained that the popularity and electoral strength of any presidential ticket would ultimately be determined by voters at the ballot box, not by comments from political rivals.
As political alignments ahead of the 2027 general election continue to generate debate, discussions around a possible Obi-Kwankwaso partnership remain one of the country’s major political talking points.
