The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) welcomed the proposal by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for opposition parties to merge in preparation for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the Acting National Chairman of NNPP, Abba Ali, likened the suggested merger to the alliance that led to the defeat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2015 elections. Ali commended Atiku's call as patriotic, emphasizing the need to counter the APC's perceived push toward a one-party state and safeguard democracy.
While expressing wholehearted support for Atiku's proposal, NNPP acknowledged the broader considerations and factors surrounding the initiative. Ali reiterated the party's commitment to exploring the potential benefits of the merger, underscoring the significance of a united front in opposition to the ruling APC's dominance. The NNPP's endorsement of Atiku's call reflects a strategic alignment with the broader goal of strengthening opposition forces in the political landscape.
