The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has reaffirmed the expulsion of its 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and his Kwankwasiyya group, warning against actions capable of destabilising the party.
Addressing a press conference in Abuja on Friday, the NNPP National Chairman, Agbo Major, accused the Kwankwasiyya group of blackmail and illegal activities.
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Major alleged that the group recently attempted to interfere with the party’s affairs in the National Assembly by seeking to replace the Deputy Minority Leader, Aliyu Madaki, through a letter addressed to the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
“The action stems from crass ignorance of the internal workings of the revered Green Chamber. Despite having exited our party, they remain desperate to destabilise the National Assembly caucus of the NNPP,” Major said.
The chairman also called on security agencies, especially in Kano State, to investigate the Kwankwasiyya group and prevent actions that could disrupt public peace.
“Theirs is a group known for recklessness, disruption of public peace, and perpetuation of illegalities. We urge security agencies to step in and ensure adherence to the rule of law, particularly in light of the recent court judgment affirming their expulsion,” he added.
Major further revealed that petitions had been submitted against Senator Kwankwaso, Buba Galadima, and other leaders of the group to forestall a breakdown of law and order.
He referenced a recent Abia High Court judgment that reinstated the NNPP’s management under the leadership of its founder, Boniface Aniebonam. According to Major, the ruling validates only communications signed by the party’s Board of Trustees Chairman or its recognised leadership.
“We urge the Honorable Speaker to act only on letters signed by Dr. Boniface Okechukwu Aniebonam or the duo of Dr. Agbo Gilbert Major and Comrade Sunday Olaposi Oginni as National Chairman and Secretary, respectively,” he stated.
Condemning attempts by the Kwankwasiyya group to summon Aliyu Madaki and Kabiru Rurum for disciplinary action, Major noted that both individuals had publicly renounced the group.
“These individuals have long denounced their membership in the Kwankwasiyya group, as confirmed by video evidence. The group lacks any authority to act on behalf of the NNPP,” he added.
The party warned that any actions taken by the Kwankwasiyya group against its members would be null and void.
“We cannot fold our hands and watch enemies of democracy engage in acts capable of causing confusion. The NNPP stands for the rule of law, constitutionalism, and decency,” Major said.
Reaffirming its commitment to stability and internal unity, the NNPP urged stakeholders to respect the court’s ruling and the party’s leadership, pledging continued dedication to democratic development in Nigeria.
