December 19, 2025
In a spirited declaration underscoring its growing political ambitions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has publicly affirmed its readiness to contend robustly on the national stage, with its national leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, expressing confidence in the party’s organisational strength and electoral prospects. The pronouncement, delivered on Thursday at the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, signals an intensified campaign posture by the NNPP as the political landscape ahead of the 2027 polls takes shape.
Addressing party faithful and stakeholders, Kwankwaso, the NNPP’s 2023 presidential candidate and former governor of Kano State, positioned the party as a formidable force poised to deliver an impactful performance in the forthcoming elections. He described the NNPP’s organisational structure and nationwide activities as evidence of its maturation into what he termed “one of the most dynamic and performing political parties in the country.” His remarks were met with applause by party members, reflecting an emerging sense of unity and purpose within the ranks.
Ostensibly seeking to build political momentum, Kwankwaso also extended formal congratulations to the recently appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupetan, expressing optimism that the commission would conduct credible and transparent elections. He further commended party members for their disciplined conduct during the party’s congresses across the federation, asserting that such grassroots engagement was critical to the party’s preparedness for the daunting electoral contest ahead.
In articulating the party’s vision, Kwankwaso thanked Abba Kabir Yusuf, governor of Kano State and a pivotal NNPP figure, for his governance performance, which he described as embodying the party’s core ideals. He urged party members to remain cohesive and steadfast, highlighting “solidarity, understanding and commitment” as indispensable ingredients for success at the polls.
Echoing Kwankwaso’s optimism, NNPP National Chairman Dr. Ajuji Ahmed lauded the party’s unity and resilience, noting that it had navigated internal and external pressures without fracturing. Ahmed underscored the party’s achievements in leadership cohesion and core value adherence, particularly citing the performance of elected officials such as the Kano governor, whose administration he credited with delivering tangible outcomes in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and human development. The chairman’s remarks were designed to convey a narrative of rising confidence and organisational readiness as the 2027 electoral cycle approaches.
The party’s National Secretary, Oladipo Olayuku, reinforced this outlook by recounting the NNPP’s transformation from a relatively minor political outfit into a nationally recognised entity. Olayuku detailed structural reforms, including a reviewed constitution and refreshed symbols such as a new logo and slogan, all framed as part of an intensification of preparations for 2027. He emphasised that the party’s leadership and members must “close ranks” and resolve differences to sustain the momentum built since the 2023 election cycle.
The NNPP’s public confidence comes amid broader discussions across Nigeria’s political class about alliance formations, party realignments, and strategic positioning ahead of the next general elections. While some parties weigh coalition options, the NNPP’s current trajectory suggests an earnest bid to maximise its electoral footprint independently. Whether this posture will translate into significant parliamentary representation or a stronger showing in key states remains subject to evolving campaign dynamics.
As Nigeria approaches a critical electoral juncture, the NNPP’s declared preparedness and rising profile exemplify the competitive pressures shaping the 2027 contest, with Senator Kwankwaso and his party aiming to redefine political alignments and voter calculations in a rapidly shifting national arena.