Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has asked Nigerians to follow him on TikTok, saying the account will carry what he describes as authentic information and regular updates about his activities. He announced the move in a post on X on Wednesday, according to Punch Newspapers, confirming that he now has a presence on the short-video platform and inviting the public to connect with him there.
In the same post, Kwankwaso said followers would find reliable information, current updates and material tied directly to his day-to-day life. He also struck an optimistic note about the country's direction, stating that Nigeria will be fine.
Punch Newspapers identifies Kwankwaso as the vice-presidential candidate of the NDC for the 2027 election. The former governor has held office at state level and remains a familiar figure in national politics.
Why it matters
The announcement gives Kwankwaso one more channel for speaking to supporters and the general public without going through traditional media. Punch Newspapers notes that the move offers him a way to reach people directly through social media.
TikTok's rise as a political communication tool is not unique to Nigeria. The platform, best known for short videos, has become a common venue for public figures who want to post personal updates, appeal to younger audiences and build a following. For politicians, a personal account can carry informal content that would not fit a press release or a formal interview.
Kwankwaso's framing is notable: he presented the account as a source of "authentic" information. That language positions his own feed as a primary channel, with the implication that supporters should hear from him first-hand rather than through intermediaries.
A direct line to supporters
The post on X served mainly as a signpost, pointing his existing followers toward the new account rather than announcing a policy position. Punch Newspapers reports that Kwankwaso used the X post to confirm his TikTok presence and to encourage members of the public to join him there.
The content he promises is personal rather than programmatic. According to the report, he described the material as exclusive content related directly to his daily life, alongside news and updates. That suggests a feed built around routine activities and behind-the-scenes moments rather than formal political messaging.
His brief comment on the country's future — that Nigeria will be OK — was offered without further detail in the reported post. It sits alongside the account announcement rather than as a separate statement.
The timing places the announcement well ahead of the 2027 election cycle in which he is running as the NDC's vice-presidential candidate. Building a following on a platform used heavily by younger voters could matter over a campaign that is still some distance away.
What to watch
Whether Kwankwaso's TikTok account becomes a regular outlet or remains a secondary channel is the open question. Watch for how often he posts, what kind of content appears, and whether the account draws an audience beyond his existing supporters.
