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There is no worse political sin than leaving the party that gave you the opportunity and support, only to later abandon it. This is the highest level of betrayal.
The National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has strongly criticized the recent wave of defections by opposition politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The former Governor of Kano State; Kwankwaso described the development as the worst political sin and the highest level of betrayal of the people, emphasizing that the defectors were motivated by selfish interests.
Kwankwaso made these remarks while receiving supporters of Senator Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila from Takai Local Government, who refused to follow the senator to the APC.
He highlighted the case of Kano South Senatorial District as a lesson, where voters patiently supported the NNPP despite being offered incentives by other parties. However, the elected representatives abandoned the masses and joined the APC, seeking personal gains.
“Kano South is a lesson. Voters rejected spaghetti, N200, and atamfa (wrappers) and were patient enough to vote for the NNPP.
“But those who won the election among us decided to abandon the masses and join those who do not have the people at heart but are only after what they will gain for themselves and their families.”
The former governor advised the youth to be cautious of such politicians, who prioritize their own enrichment over the well-being of their constituents. He emphasized that those who betrayed the Kwankwasiyya Movement would regret their actions sooner or later.
“There is no worse political sin than leaving the party that gave you the opportunity and support, only to later abandon it. This is the highest level of betrayal.”
Kwankwaso appreciated the NNPP members who remained loyal to the party, demonstrating courage and commitment. He assured them that the party would treat them fairly.
He said, “Fighting Kwankwasiyya is not an easy task; they will not realise it until they engage in the fight.”