Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has confirmed that former Kano State governor and Kwankwasiyya Movement leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is currently in talks with influential figures within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition as political realignments gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking to journalists, Lawal revealed that high-level meetings are ongoing between Kwankwaso and prominent politicians from both the ADC and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
He described Kwankwaso as a political heavyweight whose influence would be a major asset to any political movement.
“I am aware that people have been holding meetings with Kwankwaso. Clearly, Kwankwaso is welcome in the ADC coalition because he belongs to the group of influential figures who can bring a large following,” Lawal stated.
He stressed that the ADC coalition is not focused on party platforms, but rather on attracting individuals with grassroots support and strong political credibility.
“The coalition is not about political parties, but about individuals moving into it. It is not the logo or letterhead paper that we’re after. It’s the people who make up those parties. They can come in individually or in groups. They are welcome.”
NNPP May Lose Key Supporters to ADC
While Kwankwaso has yet to confirm his decision publicly, Lawal hinted that even if the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) leader does not formally join the coalition, several of his followers may defect to the ADC independently.
“Whether Kwankwaso joins with just his supporters or along with the NNPP, they would be welcomed either way,” Lawal said.
He also noted that local government-level factions of the NNPP might begin aligning with the ADC without necessarily receiving approval from the party’s national leadership.
Quiet Political Movement Underway
Lawal revealed that the ADC coalition is already experiencing a silent influx of powerful political figures from both the PDP and NNPP, with many opting not to make their defection public just yet.
“Big individuals in the states are joining the ADC, but they are not saying they are joining us from the NNPP or the PDP. Atiku joined the ADC and he didn’t say the PDP is joining the ADC,” he claimed.
He concluded by emphasizing that the movement’s strength lies in grassroots mobilization, not elite politics.
“We are focused on the grassroots level, where politics truly matters,” Lawal added.
