Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed confidence in securing the vice-presidential ticket of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), saying the development could position Kano State to eventually produce Nigeria’s president.

Speaking during an interview on Premier Radio over the weekend, the former Kano State governor said the 2027 general election would mark a major political turning point for both Kano and the country if his name appears on the ballot.

“By God’s grace, the next election will be unlike anything that has ever happened in our state and country, especially if I secure the ticket and my name is on the ballot,” Kwankwaso said.

He lamented that despite Kano’s political influence since the First Republic, the state has never produced a vice president.

“Since the First Republic, despite our struggles and political wisdom, Kano has never produced a vice president. This is both disappointing and deeply saddening, but by God’s grace, it will be corrected,” he stated.

Kwankwaso added that securing the vice-presidential position for Kano would create a pathway for the state to eventually produce Nigeria’s president.

“Kano State will rightfully secure this position, which will open the door for our state to eventually produce the president of this country,” he said.

The NDC chieftain also claimed that the party was gaining support across regions, particularly from southern Nigeria, while urging northern politicians to make careful political decisions ahead of the next election cycle.

“People from the south who understand what is happening are already registering with our party. The north, especially the north-west, must be careful and ensure they do what is right so they do not make a decision they will deeply regret,” he added.

Kwankwaso and Peter Obi recently defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the NDC amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Reports indicate that both politicians may contest the 2027 election on a joint ticket, with Obi expected to run for president and Kwankwaso potentially emerging as his running mate.

Nigeria has historically operated an informal power-sharing arrangement between the northern and southern regions, with many political stakeholders insisting that the presidency should remain in the south until 2031 before returning to the north.

Kwankwaso’s remarks suggest that an Obi presidency in 2027, with him serving as vice president, could position him for a future presidential bid after the completion of a southern tenure.