•Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has said it is unfortunate that some commentators particularly from sections of the Northern political establishment have resorted to selective attacks and misleading narratives aimed specifically at discrediting Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, amid his current relationship with fellow former presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
The movement stated that those behind the attacks are troubled by not only the possibility of political cooperation, but the enormous national potential an alliance between Kwankwaso and Obi represents, reports The Guardian.
It said for the first time in recent political history, Nigerians are witnessing the realistic possibility of a broad-based political understanding capable of bridging the long-standing regional divide in opposition politics.
It pointed out that Kwankwaso commands one of the most disciplined and organic grassroots political structures in Northern Nigeria, particularly across Kano and the Northwest, while Obi continues to enjoy massive support among youths, urban voters, and large sections of Southern Nigeria.
Kwankwasiyya Movement stated that the prospect of both leaders working together introduces a completely new political equation one that transcends ethnicity, religion, and regional sentiment, adding that it explains the panic in certain quarters.
“Unfortunately, rather than objectively analysing the implications of such national realignment, some commentators have chosen to launch targeted attacks against Senator Kwankwaso, portraying him unfairly as ambitious or disruptive, while describing similar political engagements by others as strategic and patriotic,” the movement said.
It said both leaders with proven electoral strength, independent political structures, and massive youth appeal have the capacity to fundamentally reshape Nigeria’s democratic landscape.
“Those attempting to dismiss this reality are not engaging in analysis; they are expressing political fear,” it said.
“It is important to emphasise that Senator Kwankwaso has consistently demonstrated political courage, independence, and commitment to the democratic aspirations of ordinary Nigerians. His political relevance is not manufactured by media houses or sustained by access to federal power. It is rooted in years of service, grassroots connection, and the trust of millions of Nigerians, especially among the youth and lower-income population.”
The Kwankwasiyya Movement rejected the ongoing attempt to reduce a potentially historic national political alignment into petty elite propaganda and personality attacks.
It said any political understanding that seeks to unite Nigerians across regional and political lines should be encouraged rather than demonised.
“We urge commentators and political stakeholders to embrace fairness, maturity, and national interest in their engagements. Democracy thrives through coalition-building, inclusion, and healthy political competition — not through selective hostility and orchestrated narratives targeted at individuals whose growing acceptance threatens established interests.
“The Kwankwasiyya Movement remains confident, focused, and fully committed to the democratic future of Nigeria. We believe the Nigerian people deserve a political environment built on unity, mutual respect, and constructive national engagement,” the movement said.
