2027 Is When They Will Witness Real Politics, Says Rabiu Kwankwaso Amid Growing Election Tension

According to The Sun report on 26 January, 2026, as political tensions intensify ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, former Kano State Governor and national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has delivered a striking message to the nation’s political class and electorate.

In a statement that has gone viral on social media in Hausa, Kwankwaso declared: “2027 is when they will witness real politics.”

The comment, shared widely on platforms like X and Instagram, reflects a growing sense of anticipation and competition among Nigeria’s leading political figures as they begin to position themselves for the next election cycle.

Kwankwaso’s remark signals his belief that the 2027 elections will usher in a new phase of political engagement and contestation — one markedly different from past cycles.

Political analysts say the statement underscores rising expectations that the upcoming polls could reshape Nigeria’s political terrain, with defections, alliances and strategic manoeuvres already underway across major parties.

Tension surrounding candidate selection, regional balance, and party unity continues to dominate national discourse as the election draws closer.

Kwankwaso, who contested the presidency in 2023 and remains a prominent voice in Nigerian politics, has been actively engaging with supporters and critics alike about his vision for the future.

Although he has faced internal party challenges and speculation over his political direction, his latest assertion seeks to set the tone for what he describes as a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey.

Observers note that his statement comes amid broader political realignments, including shifting loyalties within and between parties and debates over zoning and representation.

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and primary opposition parties such as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and NNPP are believed to be preparing strategies that reflect evolving voter priorities and national concerns, including economic pressures and governance performance.

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