Kwankwaso alleges Kano officials pressured to defect
Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso has accused the Kano State Government of pressuring state officials and local government chairmen to sign documents indicating defection to the All Progressives Congress. He described the situation as troubling and disheartening for a government to resort to such tactics. Kwankwaso urged his supporters not to take the matter lightly and suggested that those being forced could sign to avoid victimisation. The Kano State Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Waiya, denied the allegations, stating that joining the APC is voluntary.
Key takeaways
- Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso claims Kano officials are being compelled to sign defection documents.
- He called the development disturbing and urged supporters to remain vigilant.
- Kwankwaso suggested affected officials could sign to avoid repercussions.
- Ibrahim Waiya denied any compulsion, insisting party membership is voluntary.
- The commissioner emphasized that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf supports freedom of association.
