THE governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the biological son of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his running mate ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
Mustapha Kwankwaso, the immediate past Commissioner for Youths and Sports, was a member of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s cabinet before his resignation following the political separation between the governor and his father.
People’s Pen24 reports that the development was confirmed on Monday in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Habibu Saleh Mohammed.
According to the statement, “HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon. Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for the 2027 Governorship Election.”
Following his resignation from government, Mustapha described his departure as a difficult decision taken “with a heavy heart,” while expressing appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the opportunity to serve the people of Kano State.
He also highlighted the experiences and lessons gained during his tenure, thanking the governor for the trust and confidence placed in him while in office.
“As I resign, I pray that the youth of Kano State will continue to receive the attention and support they deserve,” Mustapha said.
“I hope for the best for our sports development programs and initiatives, and I am confident that they will flourish in the years to come.”
His emergence as running mate is already seen as a significant political development in Kano State, coming at a time of shifting alliances and realignments ahead of the 2027 elections.