ABUJA — Fresh political turbulence has hit the opposition coalition following the sudden resignation of Senator Rufai Hanga, representing Kano Central, from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). His exit leaves the party without any legislative representation in the Senate across the entire Northern region just weeks before the official launch of the 2027 campaign season. Compounding the party’s troubles, the Obi-Kwankwaso campaign platform, widely known as the OK Movement, has descended into a public leadership dispute. Two competing factions are currently locked in a bitter clash over the position of Director General, trading accusations of an administrative power grab. With campaign activities set to open on August 19, the coalition faces urgent pressure to resolve its internal leadership battles and prevent further defections from its Northern base.