Kwankwaso Calls on Nigerians to Support Obi–Kwankwaso Ticket Ahead of 2027 Election

Former Kano State Governor and presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called on Nigerians to support the Obi–Kwankwaso ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

In an open letter on Wednesday, marking the commencement of the 2027 presidential campaign, Kwankwaso highlighted the country’s economic challenges, insecurity, and unemployment, as well as the need to strengthen education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

He said his decision to work with Peter Obi was driven by a commitment to national development rather than regional, religious, or personal interests, and urged Nigerians to demand competent, accountable, results-oriented leadership.

Kwankwaso also appealed to youths, women, workers, farmers, entrepreneurs and professionals to join the campaign and support the NDC candidates, while calling for peaceful and responsible campaigns focused on issues affecting Nigerians.

MY MESSAGE TO NIGERIANS ON THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE 2027
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN

My dear Nigerians,

As the 2027 presidential campaign officially begins, I call on every Nigerian to reflect deeply on the state of our nation and the kind of country we want to leave for the next generation.

Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads. Our people are facing a difficult economic reality. The rising cost of food and essential goods has placed enormous pressure on families.

Millions of young Nigerians are searching for meaningful employment and opportunities, while businesses are struggling with high operating costs and an uncertain economic environment.

At the same time, insecurity continues to threaten communities across the country. Too many families have lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of violence.

Our farmers need security to return to their farms, our children need safe schools, and every Nigerian deserves to live without fear.

Our education and healthcare systems require urgent investment. Our infrastructure must be improved, our institutions strengthened, and public resources managed with greater
transparency and accountability.

These challenges are serious, but Nigeria is full of hope. We have the people, resources and potential to build a prosperous and secure nation. What we need is leadership with the competence, courage and commitment to put the interests of Nigerians first.

This is why I have chosen to work with His Excellency, Peter Obi, on the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket.

Our partnership is not about region, religion or personal ambition. It is about Nigeria. We believe in a country where government serves the people, where hard work is rewarded, where young people can build successful futures at home, and where every citizen has a fair opportunity to prosper.

To our young people, women, workers, farmers, entrepreneurs and professionals, I ask you to join us in this journey.

Let us move beyond politics of division and focus on the issues that affect our daily lives. Let us demand accountability, competence and results from those entrusted with public office.

The 2027 election presents Nigerians with an opportunity to choose a new direction.

I therefore call on all Nigerians to support the Obi–Kwankwaso ticket and all candidates of the NDC and join us in the task of rebuilding our nation.

Let us campaign peacefully, responsibly and with the national interest at heart.

Together, we can build a stronger nation, and Nigeria will be OK. – RMK