Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta alongside Aminu Tambuwal and Liyel Imoke. The closed-door meeting fueled speculations of an opposition alliance for the 2027 elections. With Nigeria’s political landscape shifting, discussions on strategies to challenge the APC are gaining momentum.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta, Ogun State, alongside former Cross River Governor Liyel Imoke and ex-Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal. The private meeting, held at Obasanjo’s residence, has sparked political speculations amid Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
While the agenda remains undisclosed, the gathering comes at a time when opposition figures are exploring strategies to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential elections. Political analysts suggest the meeting could be part of broader discussions aimed at forging alliances ahead of the polls.
This development follows Atiku’s recent engagement with Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Adamawa, further fueling talks of a possible coalition. Given Obasanjo’s historical influence in Nigerian politics, his involvement in such discussions may indicate a major political realignment in the making.
The meeting has drawn attention from political observers and the public, with many speculating on potential opposition collaborations. As Nigeria moves closer to the next election cycle, high-level engagements like these could shape the political direction of the country.
Neither Atiku nor Obasanjo has issued an official statement on the outcome of the discussions, leaving room for further speculation about potential political realignments. However, with mounting pressure on opposition parties to unite, this meeting could mark a significant step toward shaping the 2027 presidential race.
