In a strategic move to shape the political trajectory of Kwara State, former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Bolaji Abdullahi, and Asiwaju Mashood Shittu, the National Coordinator of the Kwankwaso National Network (KNN), convened in Abuja, yesterday, Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
According to sources, the meeting centered on political developments and collaborative solutions to advance the state’s interests.
Asiwaju Mashood Shittu, a prominent chieftain of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) at the national level and an indigene of Offa, Kwara State, engaged Abdullahi in a robust discussion that also touched on the 2027 general elections.
The duo deliberated on strategies to foster political unity, address pressing challenges, and align on common goals that resonate with the aspirations of the people of Kwara.
Although the specifics of their deliberations were not fully disclosed, sources close to the meeting hinted at a shared commitment to improving governance and ensuring a more inclusive political landscape in the state.
The source added, “both Abdullahi and Shittu emphasized the need for partnerships that transcend party lines to prioritize development and unity in Kwara.”
The meeting comes at a time when Abdullahi has been making headlines following his resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), signaling potential realignments in the state’s political scene.
Similarly, Shittu’s leadership within the NNPP and his national influence have positioned him as a key player in shaping the future of Kwara politics.
Observers believe that this high-profile meeting could herald new alliances and strategies as the state prepares for the 2027 elections.
Both leaders have yet to issue official statements about their next steps, but the meeting is projected to be centred on their determination to chart a new course for Kwara State.
