Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has restated his commitment to his political ideals, declaring that he will not compromise his principles for personal gain.
His remarks followed the resignation of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, along with several local government chairmen, lawmakers, and aides, from the NNPP.
Addressing supporters at his Kano residence on Friday, Kwankwaso said his decades-long political struggle has always been about fighting for ordinary Nigerians.
“I’m not for sale. Our political convictions keep me grounded. If I were in it for personal gain, I would have taken the easy route and you would be looking for me elsewhere, not in this place,” he stated.
He explained that the Kwankwasiyya Movement is sustained by shared values rather than material incentives.
“Our shared vision is what keeps me going. If I were motivated by greed, I would have taken the money and run, and you would not be here showing your support,” he added.
Kwankwaso urged his supporters to begin early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning against complacency.
“We need people like you who have sacrificed and stood by the truth. You should not relent, because one day, we will achieve our objectives,” he said.
Commenting on recent developments in Kano, he stressed the need for vigilance and preparation.
“Going by what is happening in Kano today, we need to start preparing because there are people hell-bent on destroying what we built over time,” Kwankwaso noted.