I’ll support Obi in 2027 if PDP decides otherwise – Atiku

Atiku Abubakar, the former PDP presidential contender from 2023, announces his support for Peter Obi’s potential candidacy in the 2027 presidential race if the party favors the South-East. Atiku’s declaration, revealed in an exclusive interview with BBC Hausa Service, underscores his commitment to party decisions and hints at a potential merger with the Labour Party.

This development emerges amidst speculation sparked by a discreet meeting between Atiku and Obi, stirring speculation about a strategic collaboration. While Atiku downplays immediate presidential aspirations, he stresses the significance of party cohesion in guiding his political trajectory. Nonetheless, murmurs of a coalition persist, prompting speculation about its potential ramifications on Nigeria’s political landscape.

Obi’s recent engagements with prominent opposition figures such as Sule Lamido and Bukola Saraki further intensify speculation. His departure from the PDP in 2022 and subsequent presidential bid under the Labour Party banner raise questions about his potential return to the PDP ranks.

As Nigeria anticipates the 2027 electoral showdown, Atiku’s unexpected endorsement and Obi’s calculated maneuvers set the stage for a compelling political narrative. Will this alliance prove transformative for Nigeria, or is it merely the initial chapter in a broader political saga?

Stay tuned as events unfold in Nigeria’s political arena.