Sources familiar with the discussions said influential figures within the party have been engaging Gawuna’s political allies in a bid to convince him to join the ADC and contest the Kano governorship election on its platform.
According to the sources, the party has offered political concessions to members of Gawuna’s camp, including opportunities for State House of Assembly and House of Representatives tickets for some of his loyalists.
The ADC is also said to have assured the former deputy governor of substantial financial backing for his campaign if he accepts the offer.
Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, and former ambassador, Faruk Yabo, are reportedly among key political figures leading the efforts to bring Gawuna into the party.
Although Gawuna has consistently expressed loyalty to the Kwankwasiyya political movement, insiders said the ADC’s sustained outreach and political incentives have sparked fresh discussions within his camp.
Sources further disclosed that the party has yet to announce a winner in its Kano governorship primary contest involving Ibrahim Khalil and Ibrahim Little as it seeks to conclude negotiations with Gawuna.
Party insiders believe the former APC governorship candidate would significantly strengthen the ADC’s chances of mounting a strong challenge in Kano ahead of the 2027 elections.
Gawuna, who served as deputy governor of Kano State and flew the flag of the APC in the 2023 governorship election, remains a major political figure with considerable grassroots support across the state.
Political analysts say his entry into the ADC could reshape the political landscape in Kano and intensify competition ahead of the next governorship race.
Neither Gawuna nor ADC officials had publicly commented on the reported talks as of the time of filing this report.
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