Kwankwaso dismisses Northern criticism, predicts landslide victory for Tinubu in 2027
Kola Oyelere Kano
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso, has dismissed ongoing criticism of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as routine political propaganda that will not affect the president’s electoral prospects in the North ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He also dismissed the relevance of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing it as lacking the capacity and legal strength to mount a viable challenge in future elections.
Kwankwaso, who serves as Director of Finance at the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin, made the remarks in a statement he personally signed in Kano on Monday.
He stated that sustained attacks against the Tinubu administration, particularly from northern quarters, are typical of electioneering periods and should not be seen as a threat to the president’s chances.
Drawing from his experience in the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Kwankwaso said similar strategies—ranging from insecurity narratives to allegations of underperformance—were deployed during past elections.
According to him, many northern leaders who previously held power were unable to address the region’s longstanding challenges, particularly insecurity.
He referenced the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari, noting that although efforts were made, the North-West experienced significant security challenges during that period, including kidnappings and attacks on schools.
Kwankwaso argued that while the federal government provides coordination, funding, and logistical support to security agencies, addressing insecurity requires collective effort from citizens.
He cautioned against what he described as excessive criticism of the government.
The APC chieftain further maintained that ongoing infrastructure and development projects initiated under previous administrations are being sustained and expanded by the current government, particularly in northern Nigeria.
He cited railway, road construction, and agricultural initiatives as evidence of continued federal investment in the region.
On recent political developments, Kwankwaso pointed to the defection of Ibrahim Shekarau to the APC and the position of Abba Kabir Yusuf, asserting that Kano State remains firmly aligned with the ruling party.
He also referenced key political figures within the party, including Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Barau Jibrin, as strengthening the party’s prospects.
Kwankwaso expressed confidence that President Tinubu would secure overwhelming support across the North, predicting an early and decisive electoral victory.
The APC chieftain urged Nigerians to support the Tinubu administration, emphasizing continuity and national development as key considerations ahead of the next electoral cycle.