Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and opposition leaders met with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta, fueling 2027 election speculations. Discussions reportedly focused on forming a coalition to challenge APC. While Obasanjo denied endorsing a candidate, opposition leaders aim to unite against the ruling party amid growing discontent in the North.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and key political figures met with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta last Tuesday, a move that has sparked speculation about the 2027 elections. Though both sides dismissed claims of a political alliance against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), sources suggest the meeting focused on opposition strategy.
Atiku was accompanied by former governors Lyle Imoke, Aminu Tambuwal, and Senator Ningi. The closed-door discussions lasted over two hours at Obasanjo’s residence, with attendees declining to reveal specifics. However, insiders indicate the meeting was part of a broader effort to mobilize opposition forces ahead of the next presidential election.
Atiku reportedly briefed Obasanjo on consultations with political leaders across the country to build a coalition strong enough to challenge the APC in 2027. While Obasanjo refrained from direct political commitments, he is believed to have listened attentively to their plans. The former president has historically played a key role in opposition movements, previously backing a "Third Force" in 2019 and supporting Labour Party’s Peter Obi in 2023.
Despite stepping away from active politics years ago, Obasanjo remains an influential figure in Nigeria’s political landscape. His past efforts to unite opposition figures indicate his continued interest in shaping the nation’s political direction.
As discussions around 2027 intensify, the North’s growing dissatisfaction with the APC’s economic policies has become a major factor in opposition strategies. Politicians like Atiku and former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso are reportedly working to consolidate influence in key regions, setting the stage for a high-stakes political battle in the coming years.
While details remain under wraps, the Abeokuta meeting signals an increasing push by opposition leaders to realign forces ahead of the next general elections.
