President Bola Tinubu held a two-hour meeting with Abdulmumin Jibrin, a close ally of former presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), on Sunday night at the State House, Abuja. This marked their second meeting in just two weeks, underscoring ongoing political discussions.
The meeting, which lasted from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., drew speculation about its agenda. Sources within the presidency told TheCable that the talks may have focused on Tinubu’s relationship with Kwankwaso and rising anti-All Progressives Congress (APC) sentiments in parts of northern Nigeria. However, Jibrin declined to disclose details when approached by State House correspondents.
Earlier, on July 30, Jibrin met with Tinubu at the same venue. After that engagement, he told journalists that their discussions centered on national unity and development. When asked if the talks hinted at a possible defection to the APC, the former lawmaker responded cryptically:
“Everything is open, and everything is a possibility. The most important thing is the stability of the country and its unity. I believe that when we get to the bridge, we’ll cross it.”
This renewed engagement comes shortly after Kwankwaso accused the current administration of favouring the South in infrastructure and development projects, heightening political tensions.
Abdulmumin Jibrin, a former member of the House of Representatives, is known for his strong political ties with both President Tinubu and Rabiu Kwankwaso, making his meetings a focal point for political watchers.
