He also said that he and Peter Obi have many similar principles, one of which is the overwhelming support they receive, particularly from young people who genuinely think that if they succeed, they will also profit.
Speaking further, the NDC chieftain addressed criticism over his statement before the 2023 election that “the position of vice president was largely ceremonial”.
He said, “any issues have been discussed. When the ticket was unveiled, Peter Obi himself publicly stated that he would not leave us idle. There will be responsibilities and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to governance.”
Kwankwaso also revealed his political pact with the NDC 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. He said, “I believe so. As an elder statesman and a leader who made this commitment publicly, not in a private conversation, I believe he will keep his word. Politics is about trust and accountability. Both the North and the South are watching. I am convinced that he will honour the agreement because it was a carefully negotiated arrangement based on principles that have guided Nigeria’s democracy for many years.”
When asked his stance on the current relationship between him and governor Abba Yusuf, he said, “It is not a matter of satisfaction. I still care about him. I was not the one who pushed him away. And we never completely severed ties.”
BACKSTORY…
Recall that Peter Obi recently announced former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as his running mate. Obi and Kwankwaso formally defected from the APC earlier in May and joined the ADC.
On May 3, the duo officially registered as members of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).
Despite criticism and backlash from the ADC, the former Anambra state governor went ahead to pick his presidential form under NDC.
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