Three prominent Nigerian opposition leaders—Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso—have reportedly resumed discussions about forming a potential merger ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The aim of this coalition is to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
According to Naija News, the discussions are driven by the leaders’ concerns over widespread hunger and insecurity in the country. Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), confirmed on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily program that the three leaders are willing to set aside personal ambitions to form a strong opposition capable of unseating the APC.
Abdullahi expressed regret that internal disputes within the PDP had led to the loss of key figures like Nyesom Wike, Kwankwaso, and Obi, which he believes contributed to their defeat in the last election. He emphasized the importance of unity among the opposition to rescue Nigerians from the current challenges.
The PDP chieftain indicated that ongoing discussions could result in one of the three leaders stepping back to support the others, with the ultimate goal of alleviating the hardships faced by Nigerians. Abdullahi reiterated that the party’s focus is on national interest rather than individual political ambitions, suggesting that the coalition could provide a clear direction for the country ahead of the 2027 elections.
