Supporters of the New Nigeria Peoples Party leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, are beginning to shape early conversations around the 2027 presidential election, with grassroots groups in Kano openly canvassing a joint ticket pairing Kwankwaso with former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi.

The proposal was made on Wednesday in Kano by Abba Sadauki Gwale, who spoke on behalf of several pro-Kwankwaso support groups. He said the call reflects growing sentiment among ordinary Nigerians who are frustrated by insecurity, rising living costs and widespread economic hardship.

According to Gwale, the idea of an Obi–Kwankwaso ticket is driven by community-level discussions across the North and South. He said supporters believe combining Obi’s following in the southern states with Kwankwaso’s base in the North could produce a broad national coalition capable of mobilising voters across regional lines.

Gwale told supporters that the proposed alliance is less about party labels and more about what he described as a shared appeal to everyday Nigerians. He said many citizens feel disconnected from the current political direction and are eager for leaders they believe understand their struggles.

Within Kano, the proposal has generated conversations among Kwankwasiyya loyalists, many of whom see the former Kano governor as a political figure with enduring grassroots appeal. Supporters argue that his ability to draw large crowds remains intact despite recent shifts in local political alignments.

On questions surrounding Kwankwaso’s reported discussions with the ruling All Progressives Congress, Gwale said supporters do not view negotiations or demands for political accommodation as unusual. He maintained that any such moves are seen by followers as efforts to protect the interests of Kwankwaso’s nationwide support base.

Community voices backing the alliance say their expectations are shaped by daily realities. Gwale noted that many supporters are focused on food prices, personal safety and job opportunities, issues they believe require a united political front to address effectively.

As the 2027 election cycle gradually takes shape, political observers say proposals like the Obi–Kwankwaso ticket highlight how grassroots mobilisation is already influencing national debate. For now, the calls remain informal, but they underscore how community sentiment may play a decisive role in the months ahead.