From Okwe Obi, Abuja

A factional leadership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has insisted on the expulsion of its 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

It urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Department of State Services (DSS), to arrest Kwankwaso, for claiming to still be a member of the party even after his expulsion.

Its Chairman, Major Gilbert Agbo, at a press briefing yesterday in Abuja, accused the 2023 presidential candidate of inciting unrest in Kano State and verbal attacks on the judiciary.

Agbo attributed the problems facing the party to what he called the ‘high-handedness of Kwankwaso.’

He said: “In reference to the letters addressed to the Inspector General of Police and Director General of the Directorate of the State Security Services. our party expresses deep concern over the escalating issues in Kano State.

“The unrest, characterized by press interviews, protests incitements, attacks on the judiciary, malicious remarks, institutional disruptions, visits to embassies, and road blockades, have reached an alarming level.

“Red-capped individuals, both young and vibrant, wielding various weapons, have taken to the streets, disturbing the peace.

“Upon thorough investigation, our party discovered that these actions were coordinated by Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and led by non-Kano indigenes, namely Dipo Johnson, Kawu Alli, and Onu, all of whom are expelled members of our party.

“Following a three-day retreat after submitting letters to relevant security agencies and embassies, we have reached the following resolutions:
Our party upholds the sanctity of Nigeria and is committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property as guaranteed by the Nigerian constitution.

“Our Great Party, founded by Boniface Anebolum, categorically asserts that Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is not its founder.

“We advocate for legal redress options and reject the notion of self- help in addressing matters.

“Our party denounces the deliberate mischief of expelled members presenting themselves as the leaders of the protests, specifically Dipo Johnson, Kawu Ali, and Onu.

“These individuals are not representatives of our party. We strongly support the rule of law and the judiciary, disapproving of any attacks against the judicial system,” he added.