Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, claims Rabiu Kwankwaso will leave the Nigeria Democratic Congress for the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 presidential election. Keyamo also predicts the people of Kano State will abandon Kwankwaso and support the APC. This comment was made in response to the APC National Chairman welcoming defectors into the party.

The APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, recently welcomed several politicians and their supporters into the party. Those who defected include senators and other notable figures. Further details about the defections and Keyamo's comments are available. The predicted shift in support is expected to occur in 2027.