Concerned non-indigenes in Kano declare support for Tinubu’s re-election

…rejects Obi/Kwankwaso alliance

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano

Concerned non-indigenes in Kano have declared their total support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, ahead the 2027 general elections in the state.

Their declaration followed Peter Obi and Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso political alliance popularly known as “OK” which is gaining momentum in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

In a statement signed by their Convener, Hon. Seyi Olorunsola, the concerned non-indigenes resident in Kano, distanced themselves from, “any proposed political alliance involving Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, reaffirming their support for the administration and re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”

The statement dismissed what it described as ongoing political speculations aimed at portraying residents of Sabon Gari and other non-indigene communities in Kano as supporters of an alliance between Obi and Kwankwaso ahead of the next election cycle.

According to Olorunsola, the non-indigene population across the state remains committed to the ruling All Progressives Congress and the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of the Tinubu administration.

“We wish to categorically state that the non-indigene communities across Kano State are not part of such arrangements and do not subscribe to any political coalition aimed at misleading Nigerians ahead of future elections,” he said.

He added that members of the community believe the current administration is laying a solid foundation for economic recovery, inclusiveness and national development.

“The people of Sabon Gari and the larger non-indigene population in Kano remain committed to progressive politics, national unity, economic development and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu,” the statement read.

Olorunsola also praised ongoing infrastructural projects and governance initiatives in Kano State, noting that non-indigenes have continued to enjoy acceptance and development under the current administration in the state.

“With the level of love, acceptance and the massive infrastructural developments currently ongoing within non-indigene communities across Kano State, it is evident that non-indigenes fully understand the importance of good governance and people-oriented leadership,” he stated.

He maintained that the visible projects across Sabon Gari and other commercial hubs in the state would further strengthen support for the APC in future elections.

The group warned political actors against dragging Kano non-indigenes into what it termed “opportunistic political alliances” without consultation or broad-based acceptance.

“Our people are politically conscious and will continue to support leaders and policies that promote peace, stability, business growth and national development,” Olorunsola added.

Olorunsola urged politicians to desist from using the name of non-indigenes in Kano for “selfish political propaganda,” insisting that the community remains united in its support for leadership it believes can guarantee a better future for Nigerians.