The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed appreciation to supporters who turned out in large numbers to welcome him in Rogo Town, Kano State.

Kwankwaso shared photographs of the gathering on Tuesday, describing the reception as enthusiastic and thanking the residents for their hospitality and support.

The former Kano State governor said the crowd welcomed him as he travelled back from Kaduna State, with many supporters reportedly wearing the red caps associated with his Kwankwasiyya Movement.

In a post on his X account, Kwankwaso wrote, “Passed through Rogo Town today on my way from Kaduna and was met by a vibrant, enthusiastic crowd of supporters.

“Deeply grateful for their warm hospitality and support.

“Kwankwasiyya Amana!”

The reception comes as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, with political parties and their candidates working to strengthen their support bases across the country.

Meanwhile, Kwankwaso has criticised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council over what he described as unnecessary attacks on him, NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi and their party.

The former governor had accused the ADC campaign team of attempting to portray the NDC presidential ticket as an ally of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

He also faulted suggestions that the NDC could withdraw from the presidential race at the last minute to support the ADC candidate.

Kwankwaso argued that the opposition party should concentrate on addressing allegations made against its presidential candidate by Vice-President Kashim Shettima rather than engaging in attacks against the NDC leadership.

“The ADC-PCC would be better served directing its energy toward rebutting the serious allegations levelled against their candidate by the Vice President, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, instead of targeting me and His Excellency Peter Obi,” he said in a post on X on Sunday.

Kwankwaso further maintained that the NDC would not withdraw its candidate in favour of the ADC or any other political party ahead of the 2027 election.

He warned that claims suggesting the NDC would step aside could mislead its supporters, particularly if such claims emerged shortly before the election.

The NDC vice-presidential candidate’s comments underscore the growing political exchanges among opposition parties as they position themselves for the 2027 presidential contest.