Popular Kano-based political musician and government supporter, Dauda Kahutu Rarara, has publicly accused former Kano State Governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, of contributing to some of the economic and administrative challenges currently facing Nigeria.
The statement attributed to Rarara emerged in a series of political commentary and media appearances circulating online on June 22, 2026, where he reportedly criticised opposition figures, including Kwankwaso, over their roles in Nigeria’s political and governance history. The remarks were made in a politically charged context in Kano State, where Rarara has frequently performed at rallies and events aligned with different political blocs.
According to widely shared clips and reports, Rarara alleged that Kwankwaso’s long-standing political influence and policy decisions during his tenure as governor of Kano State and in national politics have had lingering effects on governance structures and development outcomes in parts of the country. However, no formal policy document or detailed evidence was presented alongside the claims.
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano State and one-time Minister of Defence, remains a central figure in Nigeria’s opposition politics and currently leads the Kwankwasiyya political movement, which maintains strong influence in the northwestern region. His political career has included two terms as governor of Kano State and a term in the Nigerian Senate, as well as multiple presidential bids under different political platforms.
The latest remarks add to ongoing political tensions between supporters of Nigeria’s major political blocs, particularly in Kano State, where rivalries between the Kwankwasiyya movement and other factions have remained a defining feature of local political discourse over the past decade.
Kwankwaso has in the past consistently denied allegations linking him to governance failures, maintaining that his political career has been focused on education reforms, infrastructure development, and public service initiatives, particularly during his tenure as governor of Kano State.
Political observers note that musicians and entertainers aligned with political actors in Nigeria often play influential roles in shaping public perception during election cycles and political disputes, sometimes amplifying partisan narratives through music and public commentary.
As of the time of filing this report, Kwankwaso has not issued an official response to the latest remarks attributed to Rarara, and there has been no formal statement from his political camp addressing the accusation.
Analysts suggest that such exchanges reflect the increasingly personalised and emotionally charged nature of political communication in Nigeria, especially in regions where political loyalty movements remain highly influential.
Further reactions are expected from both political supporters and stakeholders in the coming days as the discourse continues to circulate across media platforms.
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