30.3.2026
Former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in a move described as a defining moment for opposition politics in the state.
The national chairman of ADC, David Mark, received Mr. Kwankwaso along with supporters at his residence on Monday.
Mr. Mark emphasised that Kwankwaso’s defection was more than a political realignment, describing it as a deliberate response to growing calls by Nigerians for a cohesive and formidable opposition capable of safeguarding democratic values.
He noted that the ADC now represents a rallying platform for a broad-based national movement anchored on inclusion, integrity, competence, and progress.
“The future of Nigeria cannot be built on domination but on participation. Leadership must be earned through trust rather than sustained by control,” Mark said.
Earlier, Mr Kwankwaso urged ADC supporters to massively register as party members.
He also encouraged them to promote the party’s ideals and prepare to elect credible leaders for good governance through INEC registration.
Mubarak Fagge said he decided to follow Mr Kwankwaso to ADC to ensure the party’s success in the forthcoming elections.
“We have since embarked on house-to-house mobilisation to ensure political growth of the party in the state,” he said. NAN