Galadima blasts U.S. terror allegation against Kwankwaso, calls It 2027 political plot

Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Buba Galadima, has strongly rejected allegations reportedly linking the party’s presidential hopeful, Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso, to terrorism financing, describing the claims as politically motivated and part of early moves ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking during an interview on ARISE NEWS, Galadima said the allegation was unfair to Kwankwaso’s personality and political history, insisting the former Kano State governor has always stood for peace and national unity.

“I think that is most unfair. Most unfair to Kwankwaso, most unfair to his person and most unfair to his integrity as a peaceful Nigerian. What we see is intrigues of election 2027,” he said.

Galadima went further to highlight Kwankwaso’s political track record, recalling his time as governor and portraying him as a leader who took difficult decisions based on principle rather than political convenience.

“Kwankwaso stood his grounds, despite the fact that Obasanjo is a Christian, that whoever wants to vote for him must also vote for Obasanjo. That costed him his re-election as governor of Kano state,” he said.

He also defended Kwankwaso against claims that his policies favoured religious extremism, noting that the former governor was cautious about implementing Sharia law.

“Kongoso was reluctant and was the last governor in Nigeria to implement Sharia law. How can anybody accuse him?” Galadima asked.

While addressing the controversy, Galadima warned political actors and the media against pushing narratives that could inflame public tension, saying Nigerians must be respected by those in power.

“Please, they should not provoke Nigerians because they believe that no Nigerian matters. We elected them our servants, not our kings,” he added.

Galadima also maintained that Kwankwaso remains politically relevant despite recent defections from the NNPP, insisting the former governor still commands strong grassroots support across the country.

“If there is a free, fair election, nobody outside Kwankwaso’s camp can secure his deposit during an election. What stops Kwankwaso from springing from Kano to become president? It depends on the logistics and the hand of God,” he said.