The political rivalry ahead of the 2027 elections took another dramatic turn during an interview on ARISE News, as former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso responded to recent comments made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar regarding his electoral strength in Northern Nigeria.
During the interview, the anchor, Charles, reminded Kwankwaso that Atiku had recently appeared on the same platform and claimed that Kwankwaso’s political influence was largely limited to Kano State. According to Atiku, even Kano votes could be divided due to the influence of the ruling APC governor in the state.
Responding calmly, Kwankwaso dismissed the claim and urged Nigerians to wait for the outcome of the election.
“Well, for me I wish Atiku and ADC the best, let’s see the result after the election and know if the votes will split,” Kwankwaso said.
The response has since sparked reactions across social media, with supporters of the former Kano governor celebrating the remark as a subtle but confident political jab at Atiku and the opposition coalition.
Many online users described the moment with the popular slang:
“Pepper don enter my eyes.”
The exchange further highlights the growing tension and political calculations among opposition figures as alignments and counter-alignments continue ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria.
