Former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has dismissed the prospect of a political alliance between former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and former Kano governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, declaring that such a ticket would fail to gain traction in Kano State.
Speaking on the possibility of an Obi-Kwankwaso presidential ticket, Ganduje described the proposed alliance as “dead on arrival” in Kano, insisting it would not command the support needed to succeed in the state.
He also questioned Obi’s record as governor of Anambra State, arguing that the former governor had failed to leave behind a significant legacy during his tenure.
“Peter Obi and Kwankwaso’s ticket will not succeed in Kano. In fact, it is dead on arrival. Peter Obi was a governor in the South-East geopolitical zone, Governor of Anambra State. What did he do as a governor? What legacy did he leave?” Ganduje said.
The remarks come amid growing speculation over possible political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with discussions continuing over potential alliances among opposition figures seeking to challenge the ruling party.
Neither Peter Obi nor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has publicly responded to Ganduje’s comments. Political observers, however, say coalition talks remain fluid, with no formal agreement announced by the two leaders.
