Rabiu Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso is a prominent Nigerian politician and the National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). He served as the governor of Kano State and has been a significant figure in Nigerian politics, known for his grassroots approach and efforts to expand his political influence beyond the northern region. Recently, he made headlines for meeting with former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, as part of his strategy to strengthen his political foothold in the South-West ahead of the 2027 elections.
Born on Mar 21, 1956 (69 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 5 | 5.60 | 1.14% | +30% | 206,139,589 | 3,059,149 | $448,000 | 6,648$ |
| Totals | 5 | 206,139,589 | 3,059,149 | $448,000 | 6,648$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Nigeria:
Rabiu Kwankwaso is delaying his defection to the African Democratic Congress due to doubts about Peter Obi securing the party’s presidential ticket.
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Nigeria:
Fayemi acknowledged that he and Kwankwaso have been friends since their time as governors.
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Nigeria:
Rabiu Kwankwaso is the National Leader of the NNPP who remains in the party while others defect.
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Nigeria:
Kwankwaso, on the other hand, was appointed Minister of Defence by Obasanjo during his second term.
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Nigeria:
Rabiu Kwankwaso is collaborating with Peter Obi for a joint presidential ticket under the African Democratic Congress.
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Nigeria:
The New Nigeria Peoples Party barred its 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, from contesting the presidency on its platform in 2027.
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Nigeria:
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso expressed his willingness to align with any opposition coalition prepared to offer him either the presidential or vice-presidential ticket.
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Nigeria:
Rabiu Kwankwaso expressed sorrow over the sudden passing of two serving members of the Kano State House of Assembly.
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Nigeria:
Rabiu Kwankwaso is the former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party and emphasized the importance of INEC's role in democracy.
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Canada:
Rabiu Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano State, said he is troubled by Mr. Trump’s rhetoric because the threats could 'further polarize' the country.
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