The spokesperson of the Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso Presidential Campaign organisation, Mr Ladipo Johnson, has dispelled speculations that the candidate might step down for either Atiku Abubakar or Bola Tinubu. Johnson, while reacting to speculations on social media that the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) presidential candidate, was considering stepping down for either Atiku or Tinubu, said: “Kwankwaso is in the race to win.” In a statement in Lagos on Sunday, Johnson said: “Kwankwaso is in the race to win.
“I do not know how and why people come up with these assertions and speculations? Kwankwaso cannot and will not step down for anyone.” his words.
He added that, Kwankwaso would contest the 2023 presidential election to the end as he joined the race of his convictions that he would make the desired change in Nigeria.
“Kwankwaso is not in the race to negotiate. He has the capacity, track record for competence and the political will to lead Nigeria. Our candidate has no reason to step down. His path to victory and chances are very high. Competitive yes, but his chances are very high, considering his acceptance nationwide as a man of integrity.”
