We Won’t Withdraw For Atiku, Stop Attacking NDC, Kwankwaso Tells ADC

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dominated out withdrawing from the 2027 presidential race in favour of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or some other celebration, whereas accusing the ADC Presidential Campaign Council of attacking him, the celebration’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the NDC.

Kwankwaso stated the assaults have been pointless and unhelpful, urging the ADC marketing campaign crew to give attention to presenting its candidate to Nigerians slightly than spreading claims concerning the NDC’s intentions within the presidential race.

In a press release on Sunday, Kwankwaso stated the ADC marketing campaign council appeared extra excited by creating mischief in opposition to the NDC and its presidential ticket than explaining the competence and credibility of its personal candidate.

“Rather than focusing on presenting the competence, credibility, and capacity of their own candidate as we have consistently done by placing our credentials and record of achievements before Nigerians, the ADC Presidential Campaign Council appears intent on creating mischief against our party and ticket,” he stated.

He accused the ADC marketing campaign crew of trying to painting the NDC as working for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), whereas suggesting that the celebration might withdraw from the presidential race in favour of the ADC candidate on the final minute.

Kwankwaso, nonetheless, dismissed the claims, insisting that the NDC remained dedicated to its presidential ambition and wouldn’t step apart for one more celebration.

“Let me state clearly and unequivocally: we will not withdraw our candidature for the ADC or any other party. We remain confident in our capacity, competence, and readiness to lead Nigeria,” he stated.

He additional maintained that the NDC presidential ticket, known as the OK ticket, was not working for the APC or any of its candidates.

“The OK ticket is neither working for nor acting on behalf of the APC or any of its candidates. We see no possibility or reason to withdraw from the presidential race in favour of the ADC candidate or any other. These claims are unfounded and should be treated as such,” Kwankwaso stated.

The NDC vice-presidential candidate additionally urged the ADC Presidential Campaign Council to deal with allegations reportedly levelled in opposition to its candidate by Vice-President Kashim Shettima slightly than directing its consideration at him and Obi.

“The ADC-PCC would be better served directing its energy toward rebutting the serious allegations levelled against their candidate by the Vice President, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, instead of targeting me and His Excellency Peter Obi,” he stated.

Kwankwaso additionally warned that the ADC marketing campaign council would possibly try to mislead NDC supporters near the election by claiming that the celebration meant to withdraw its presidential ticket in favour of the ADC candidate.

He urged supporters to ignore such claims and proceed working in the direction of the NDC’s victory within the 2027 basic election.

Taking a swipe on the ruling APC and the ADC, Kwankwaso stated neither celebration provided a greater different to Nigerians, insisting that the NDC offered a reputable possibility for nationwide management.

“The APC-led government has failed Nigerians. The ADC offers no better alternative,” he stated.

He described the NDC ticket as one with the capability, credibility and help base to guide the nation, including that it loved help throughout northern and southern Nigeria.

According to him, the ticket is dedicated to uniting the nation and addressing challenges in safety, training, agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare and the financial system.

“We believe the OK ticket presents a credible and viable option, backed by proven capacity, a strong track record, credibility, and broad support across both Northern and Southern Nigeria,” he stated.

“It is a healing ticket committed to uniting our country and tackling critical challenges in security, education, agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare, the economy, and other key sectors.”

Kwankwaso described the NDC as probably the most formidable and viable opposition celebration within the nation and known as on its supporters and different Nigerians to help its bid for victory.

“I therefore urge all our supporters and well-meaning Nigerians to continue working toward the victory of our great party,” he stated.