MY SPEECH AT THE NDC NATIONAL CONVENTION
09 MAY 2026
FCT, ABUJA
Fellow Nigerians,
It is with immense pleasure and a deep sense of fulfilment that I address you today on this historic occasion of the National Convention of our great party, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in Abuja.
Since we joined this party, together with numerous stakeholders, millions of supporters, and well-meaning Nigerians, the NDC has continued to attract quality members and ignite enthusiastic conversations among citizens and observers both at home and abroad. What began as a bold movement is steadily becoming a formidable platform for national renewal.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads. The world is undergoing a profound geopolitical shift, yet our nation has been caught unprepared, largely because of poor leadership. Instead of positioning Nigeria to seize emerging opportunities, bad governance has left us bearing the brunt of global changes.
We are witnessing a sharp decline in the quality of life. Insecurity has created widows and orphans across the land. Millions have been displaced from their homes. Investments are fleeing, critical infrastructure is neglected, the education system is collapsing, and harsh economic policies have been imposed on citizens without meaningful safety nets or relief.
Yet Nigeria’s history teaches us that in our most challenging moments, visionary alliances have provided the way forward. In 1954, a historic partnership was formed between the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU), led by Aminu Kano and the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC), led by Nnamdi Azikiwe to achieve national unity.
Again, in 1960, against steep odds, Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe’s National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC) formed a coalition with the Northern People’s Congress (NPC) to birth our independence.
In the Second Republic, the alliance between Shehu Shagari and Alex Ekwueme under the National Party of Nigeria (NPN) helped restore civilian rule and national unity after years of military dictatorship.
It is therefore with great sense of unity and solidarity, that as a loyal party member, I support the decision to zone the presidential ticket of the NDC to the South, so that it allows the region to complete its turn in producing national leadership.
This represents a true opportunity for true national healing. We shall work in abidance with the party’s agreement to ensure fairness and federal character in all ramifications.
This party shall also ensure to change the way things are done today by prioritising leadership without ethnic jingoism and religious favouritism.
The leadership standard we shall set will therefore restore Nigeria’s dignity and will guarantee that our citizens at home and the diaspora will be treated with respect and dignity.
Lastly, we can only achieve that by continuing to mobilise to register with INEC to vote, and the NDC to belong to this noble cause. Please register, today.
Thank you.
Long Live the Nigeria Democratic Congress!
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!
Sen Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, PhD, FNSE
Former Governor, Kano State
Being a Muslim is not about hating Christians or any other non-Muslims!
Islam teaches peace!
Islam teaches respect!
Islam teaches tolerance!
But above all!
Islam teaches love and strength!
We don't hate innocent people, whoever they are!
BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS K!LLED MORE MUSLIMS THAN CHRISTIANS!
BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS K!LLED MORE MUSLIMS THAN CHRISTIANS!
BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS K!LLED MORE MUSLIMS THAN CHRISTIANS!
BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS K!LLED MORE MUSLIMS THAN CHRISTIANS!
SPREAD THE TRUTH EVERYWHERE!
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There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
There’s no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
It’s Propaganda.
Aliko Dangote is not an individual. He’s an institution. And he’s a leading light in Nigeria’s economic parliament. How we treat this gentleman will determine how outsiders will judge us.
– Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit, Abuja.
Dangote is not just a man, he’s an institution. if he invested abroad, he’d be worth $80B but chose Nigeria. Nigeria is greater than PENGASSAN or anyone
~ Kashim Shattima says
ASUU is the Trade Union of University Academic Staff in Nigeria, but they don't disturb Covenant University, Baze University, JABU, Crescent University, Babcock and all other private Unis to allow their lecturers join the Union
NURTW is the Trade Union of Road Transport Workers in Nigeria, but you don't see them go after GOD IS GOOD, GUO, EKESON and the likes, even if they are in the Transportation business, their drivers don't also join any Union.
NUT is the Trade Union of Teachers in Primary and Secondary School, but you don't see them go after Chrisland College, Grange School, Charterhouse Lagos, British International College and tell the teachers to join them.
But you think it is ok for Dangote to build a Refinery solving all our collective petroleum imports problems, and then, allow PENGASSAN to dictate to him and shut down his Refinery whenever they feel like.
I think any Refinery worker that is not happy at Dangote Refinery and needs the Union to help him, should seek employment somewhere else, or take Dangote to court.
ENOUGH OF THIS NONSENSE!
The US demands social media accounts of Nigerians;it’s fair that Nigeria should also demand social media account of Americans.They want to know our views about them,we need to know their views about us.
It’s unfair on the account of age to deny employment for graduates who have been at home for long.The insistence on “Fresh Graduates” is discriminatory and unjust.
Why should Kemi Badenoch be bothered about getting a Nigerian citizenship for her Offspring from a country she rebuked and rejected?…She should just enjoy her adopted home and leave us alone in our father’s home.
The Voice of the Pi Network Community Must Be Heard!
In the Binance community vote, an overwhelming 86% majority said “Yes, list it!” However, despite the results, there has been no listing announcement or any official statement from Binance.
For a project that thrives on decentralization and community support, the clear demand of its users should not be ignored. Binance, why is the result of your own democratic voting process not being acknowledged? As users, we demand transparency and a clear response.
Binance, when will you honor the community’s decision and list Pi Network?
📢 Spread the word!
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A Call to President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador!
El Salvador’s decision to establish a Bitcoin reserve is a monumental step for the crypto world. However, we believe that in addition to Bitcoin, you should also support a project with an exceptionally strong ecosystem and community!
This project boasts over 60 million community members and 25 million KYC-verified accounts. It is built on true decentralization and has been embraced by millions worldwide. You are a leader at the forefront of financial innovation! That’s why we urge you to support this project for a stronger crypto future.
I invite everyone to retweet this post and tag President @nayibbukele and other officials! The more voices we raise, the greater the chance of building a fair and powerful future for the crypto space!
I’m calling on the entire crypto community!
#Binance must make an official announcement regarding the listing of #Pi Network, and #CoinMarketCap should treat Pi fairly by placing it in its rightful ranking. Exchanges must stop manipulating the price!
I invite everyone to retweet this post and stand together in unity. Remember, exchanges cannot exist without us—we are the ones keeping them alive! We must not allow them to control and manipulate us. They need to listen to us!
Let’s stay united and tag the leaders and officials under this post to make our voices heard!