Rabiu Kwankwaso

Rabiu Kwankwaso

politician Nigeria

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)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
820,950
Power
1,784$
Sentiment
5.43
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 7 5.43 0.31% +30% 206,139,589 820,950 $448,000 1,784$
Totals 7 206,139,589 820,950 $448,000 1,784$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Rabiu Kwankwaso is the leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party who is alleged to be joining the ruling party. 5

The Punch: NNPP dead, Kwankwaso to join APC - Ganduje

Nigeria Nigeria: The leadership dispute within the New Nigeria Peoples Party took a significant turn as a High Court dismissed a lawsuit filed by a faction loyal to Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. 5

The Punch: Kwankwaso’s camp loses suit challenging NNPP leadership

Nigeria Nigeria: Rabiu Kwankwaso was the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party in the 2023 elections. 5

The Punch: Late Adebanjo made Obi’s 2023 Lagos victory possible – Abure

Nigeria Nigeria: Rabiu Kwankwaso has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. 6

The Punch: ‘Tinubu’s action unconstitutional,' Kwankwaso faults River emergency rule