Politics2027 Elections: Stakeholders Reject Merger Talks, Assert Obi Won’t Be VP To Ambitious Atiku

As Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Atiku Abubakar has been warned against forming any alliance with Labour Party (LP) counterpart Peter Obi or other opposition figures. Political stakeholders believe that, despite ongoing crises within the PDP, LP, and New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Atiku cannot successfully unite these factions to unseat President Bola Tinubu…..KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Since the 2023 election, the PDP has faced a leadership struggle, with factions vying for the National Chairman position. The LP is experiencing similar turmoil. In the NNPP, internal conflicts led to the suspension of key officials, including the Kano State Secretary and the Commissioner of Transportation, due to allegations of disrespect and disloyalty.

Political scientist Pat Utomi had earlier consulted with Atiku, Obi, and NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso about forming a new party. Recently, he claimed that these leaders had agreed to collaborate against President Tinubu, a statement dismissed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) as unrealistic.

Atiku’s Special Adviser, Paul Ibe, confirmed ongoing discussions among opposition leaders, emphasizing that these talks are not conducted in public but are crucial for building a united front against the current administration.

However, Katchi Ononuju, Director General of the Heritage Centre, cast doubt on the feasibility of such a merger, suggesting that only Kwankwaso has shown genuine interest in partnering with Obi. He noted that Atiku’s ambition and the PDP’s internal issues could hinder any coalition efforts.

Ononuju criticized Atiku’s perceived overreach and warned that his refusal to allow for Southern representation would alienate potential allies. He also asserted that Peter Obi would never agree to serve as Atiku’s vice president, highlighting the growing desire for Southern inclusion following perceived marginalization during Tinubu’s tenure.

Ultimately, Ononuju argued that for any alliance to succeed, Atiku would need to step aside for a younger candidate from the South, reflecting a broader shift in the political landscape.