Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former President Olusegun Obasanjo held a private meeting in Abeokuta, Ogun State, sparking speculation about a possible political alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The closed-door discussion took place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) and has been linked to ongoing coalition efforts aimed at creating a formidable opposition to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Atiku, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was joined by notable political figures, including former Sokoto State governor Aminu Tambuwal, former Cross River State governor Liyel Imoke, and Senator Abdul Ningi representing Bauchi Central.
Paul Ibe, Atiku’s media adviser, confirmed the meeting, describing it as part of the former vice president’s engagements with key political stakeholders.
A source familiar with the discussions revealed that the talks focused on strategies for forming a coalition ahead of the 2027 elections, emphasizing the need for a united opposition.
Atiku has been a vocal advocate for opposition unity in recent months. In November 2023, he called for opposition groups to form a broad coalition, warning against the dangers of Nigeria becoming a one-party state.
His consistent push for a collective front appears to be gaining traction as political leaders explore avenues to challenge APC’s dominance in the next electoral cycle.