Nigeria Delta Defection Fallout: Bayo Onanuga Declares the End of Atiku’s Political Ambitions

Atiku Abubakar’s political future is looking uncertain as his proposed coalition to challenge the ruling APC in 2027 collapses. According to Bayo Onanuga, the coalition, which was meant to unite opposition figures like Atiku, El-Rufai, and Baba-Ahmed, has fallen apart. With key allies, including Ifeanyi Okowa, distancing themselves, the PDP faces significant internal turmoil as defections to the APC continue.

• Atiku’s proposed 2027 coalition is falling apart, with key figures pulling away.
• Delta’s Okowa and Governor Oborevwori have defected to the APC, deepening PDP’s troubles.
• Onanuga describes the situation as a major setback for Atiku and his future ambitions.
• PDP governors have ruled out any mergers, making Atiku’s strategy more difficult.
• The crumbling coalition leaves Atiku struggling to regain political momentum

Atiku’s ambition to challenge APC in 2027 is hitting serious roadblocks as defections continue to drain the PDP’s strength. The defection of figures like Okowa has severely undermined the opposition, and it seems his coalition-building efforts are losing steam. In a political climate marked by fluid alliances, Atiku now faces a challenge to keep his relevance alive. It’s a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in Nigerian politics.