The Digest:
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi met with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja on Thursday for a private discussion on the “state of the nation.” The meeting, which Obi described as “fruitful,” signals ongoing opposition consultations amid Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
Key Points:
- Obi referred to Jonathan as his “elder brother, statesman, and leader”
- The agenda focused on national issues, though specifics were undisclosed
- Jonathan has increasingly served as a mediator in African conflicts and democratic processes
- Obi continues strategic engagements after his third-place finish in the 2023 elections
- The meeting aligns with broader opposition discussions about Nigeria’s future direction
Sources: Peter Obi’s X Account, Political Reports
