Kano NNPP faction rejects Abuja convention, questions process
A rival group within the New Nigeria People’s Party in Kano, led by Senator Mas’ud Doguwa, has dismissed the recent national convention in Abuja as illegitimate. The faction claims the event, organised by the Kwankwaso-led group, lacked inclusivity and did not follow legal procedures. They insist that genuine reconciliation is needed before any credible leadership can be established. The dispute highlights ongoing divisions within the party after the convention held on June 5, 2025.
Key takeaways
- Senator Mas’ud Doguwa says his faction does not recognise the Abuja convention as legal.
- He alleges that the convention was not inclusive and excluded key stakeholders.
- The group insists that reconciliation must come before any new leadership is accepted.
- Doguwa denies backing any candidate for the 2027 Kano governorship, saying it is too early.
- Tensions remain high within the NNPP after the June 5, 2025 convention.
