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🌍 AllAfrica
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Nigeria: Peter Obi, Makinde, Dickson in Kano As Kwankwaso Celebrates Sallah With Supporters

Rabiu Kwankwaso hosts prominent Nigerian politicians, including Peter Obi and Seyi Makinde, to celebrate Sallah in Kano.

Mar 23 • 05:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Kwankwaso hosts Peter Obi, Makinde, Dickson in Kano

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso hosted prominent opposition leaders in Kano for Sallah celebrations, amidst discussions about political realignment ahead of the 2027 elections.

Mar 22 • 18:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sanusi, Bayero, Kwankwaso hold separate Eid prayers

Kano, Nigeria, experienced significant division during Eid-el-Fitr with three separate prayers led by prominent leaders, reflecting ongoing political and traditional fracturing.

Mar 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sanusi, Bayero, Kwankwaso hold separate Eid prayers in Kano

In Kano State, three separate Eid prayers were held by key leaders, indicating increasing divisions among the region's traditional and political figures.

Mar 20 • 12:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwaso to observe Eid prayers in Kano amid political realignment

Former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, is set to participate in the Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Kano, amidst a backdrop of political realignment in the region.

Mar 19 • 17:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu, APC not behind NNPP litigation, party tells Kwankwaso’s group

The New Nigeria Peoples Party has refuted accusations that President Bola Tinubu and the APC are instigating their ongoing legal battles.

Mar 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwaso condemns Maiduguri bombings, urges action against terrorists

Rabiu Kwankwaso, a former Governor of Kano State, condemned the recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri that killed 23 people and injured over 100, urging urgent action against terrorism in the region.

Mar 17 • 07:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Terrorism allegation: NNPP writes US Congress, defends Kwankwaso

The National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party has defended their presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, against terrorism allegations during an interview on television.

Mar 5 • 13:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwaso’s son, others sue Kano govt over vehicle recovery

Five former cabinet members of the Kano State Government have filed a lawsuit against the state over the recovery of their official vehicles.

Feb 27 • 20:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kano anti-graft agency recovers vehicles from Kwankwaso’s son, four others

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has successfully recovered government-owned vehicles from former officials, including the son of a notable politician.

Feb 26 • 23:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Kwankwaso and Makinde hold closed-door meeting

Former presidential candidate Kwankwaso and Oyo State Governor Makinde met privately in Ibadan to strengthen ties and discuss party strategies ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 26 • 00:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Kwankwaso unveils NNPP office in Ibadan

Senator Musa Kwankwaso inaugurated the New Nigeria People’s Party office in Ibadan, marking the party's expansion in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 25 • 21:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Makinde, Kwankwaso in closed-door meeting

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde met with Rabiu Kwankwaso in a private meeting in Ibadan, highlighting ongoing political consultations in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election.

Feb 25 • 15:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: No Evidence FBI Has Seized '$300 Million Us Mansion' Belonging to Nigerian Politician Rabiu Kwankwaso

A false claim circulates on social media asserting that the FBI has seized a mansion belonging to Nigerian politician Rabiu Kwankwaso, which has been debunked with no evidence supporting the allegation.

Feb 20 • 13:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nigerian Movement Calls on US Congress to Remove Its Leader from Religious Freedom Violations List

The Nigerian Kwankwasiyya movement has urged the US Congress to remove its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, from a bill accusing him of religious freedom violations.

Feb 14 • 07:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Amid Kano Government's Silence, Deputy Governor Tells Us to Remove Kwankwaso From Sanction Bill

Kano State's Deputy Governor calls for the removal of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso from a US sanctions bill regarding religious persecution in Nigeria.

Feb 13 • 11:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Trump's America and Labelling of Kwankwaso, Fulani, and Nigerian Muslims

The article addresses concerns regarding the portrayal of Nigeria’s political and religious dynamics by the United States under President Trump, particularly focusing on Muslims in the northern region.

Feb 13 • 07:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwasiyya rejects US-proposed visa sanction bill against Kwankwaso

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has strongly opposed a proposed bill in the US Congress that associates its leader Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso with allegations of religious freedom violations.

Feb 12 • 09:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Morning Recap: US sanctions debate on Kwankwaso, Lagos crime cases, cybercrime convictions, other top stories

Major headlines include US sanctions debate on Kwankwaso, serious crime cases in Lagos, and recent cybercrime convictions.

Feb 12 • 07:26 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: NNPP Expresses Shock Over U.S. Proposed Visa Ban, Asset Seizure Against Kwankwaso, Others

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has reacted with shock to the proposed U.S. visa ban and asset seizure targeting its leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as part of a bill addressing religious persecution and atrocities in Nigeria.

Feb 12 • 06:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: U.S. Considers Visa Ban and Asset Freeze Against Kwankwaso, Miyetti Allah

U.S. lawmakers have proposed a bill for sanctions against notable figures in Nigeria due to concerns over ongoing religious persecution and mass atrocities.

Feb 12 • 04:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Religious freedom violations: APC, NNPP back Kwankwaso as US sanctions tension rises

The APC and NNPP have condemned proposed US sanctions against Senator Kwankwaso and others over alleged religious freedom violations in Nigeria.

Feb 12 • 01:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US sanctions bill: NNPP defends Kwankwaso, alleges blackmail

The New Nigeria Peoples Party has condemned a US bill proposing sanctions against Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, claiming it is an attempt at blackmail.

Feb 11 • 22:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Afternoon recap: Kwankwaso may face US visa ban, FG stops sachet alcohol ban enforcement, other top stories

Key stories from Nigeria include the potential US visa bans related to religious freedom violations and the halt of sachet alcohol ban enforcement by the government.

Feb 11 • 15:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: US Lawmakers Propose Bill to Sanction Kwankwaso, Miyetti Allah Over Violence in Nigeria

American lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at imposing sanctions on Nigerian politician Rabiu Kwankwaso due to alleged religious freedom violations.

Feb 11 • 14:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwaso, others may face US visa ban over religious freedom violations

The United States is considering visa bans and asset freezes against individuals involved in religious freedom violations in Nigeria, including former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.

Feb 11 • 13:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abba Yusuf: From protégé to turncoat

The article examines the political journey of Abba Yusuf, who evolved from being a protégé of Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso to a controversial figure in Nigerian politics.

Feb 10 • 01:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Kwankwaso supporters propose Obi-Kwankwaso presidential ticket

The Kwankwaso Support Group 2027 has proposed a presidential ticket pairing Peter Obi with Senator Rabi’u Kwankwaso, aiming to unite their support bases to effectively address Nigeria's challenges.

Feb 7 • 14:18 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Afternoon recap: Army pulls out retired generals, Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, other top stories

This article provides an afternoon recap of major developments in Nigeria including the valedictory parade for retired generals, political ticket proposals, and legal issues involving a Nigerian man in the US.

Feb 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwaso slams Kwara killings, urges action

Rabiu Kwankwaso has condemned the recent deadly attacks in the Woro and Nuku communities of Kwara State, calling for urgent government action regarding the deteriorating security situation.

Feb 5 • 08:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwankwasiyya denies Kwankwaso’s defection reports

The Kwankwasiyya political movement has rejected claims that its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress, labeling the reports as unfounded.

Feb 3 • 16:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

APC doors open to Kwankwaso, says national chairman

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress stated that the party is willing to accept former presidential candidate Rabi’u Kwankwaso amid ongoing political changes in Kano State.

Feb 2 • 09:37 UTC

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