The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the Obidient Movement have rejected former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje’s claim that the Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket cannot win the 2027 election.
Both groups said Obi and Kwankwaso have strong records in government and large political support bases that could help them win elections, especially in Kano State and across Nigeria.
Ganduje had described the NDC ticket as dead on arrival, arguing that neither Obi nor Kwankwaso had the leadership record or political legacy needed to win the presidency.
He also questioned their popularity and achievements in Anambra and Kano states.
Reacting to the comments, NDC Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Abdulmumin Abdulsalam, dismissed Ganduje’s remarks, saying, “he is just blabbing.”
He argued that the former APC chairman had lost political relevance in Kano and claimed the NDC was well-positioned to win elections in the state because of Kwankwaso’s influence.
He added, “We are confident of clearing all the state Assembly seats. We are also confident of winning the senatorial, House of Reps and governorship elections as well.”
Abdulsalam also said Obi’s performance in the 2023 presidential election showed his nationwide appeal. According to him, more votes will be recorded for him in the northern part of Nigeria because of the country’s current economic situation.
The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, also criticised Ganduje’s comments.
He questioned Ganduje’s credibility and defended Obi’s record as governor of Anambra State, saying, “He left N75bn in the coffers of Anambra State.”
Tanko also praised Kwankwaso’s achievements in Kano, pointing to infrastructure projects and education programmes that sponsored students to study abroad.
