A former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Sunday met with former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, in Kano State, sparking fresh political speculations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Also present at the gathering were Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson.
Kwankwaso disclosed details of the visit via his social media platform, describing it as a festive gathering to mark the Sallah celebration.
“Delighted to host Their Excellencies, Peter Obi, Seyi Makinde, and Seriake Dickson at my Kano residence for this joyful Sallah celebration,” he wrote.
“Wishing everyone peace, blessings, and prosperity. – RMK.”
Despite the convivial tone of the meeting, the visit has fuelled speculations of a possible political alliance between Obi and Kwankwaso, both of whom were key contenders in the 2023 presidential election.
However, neither politician has made any official statement confirming such talks.
Videos and photographs seen circulating on social media showed a large crowd of supporters thronging Kwankwaso’s residence in Kano, cheering and attempting to catch a glimpse of the visiting political figures.
The development comes amid ongoing discussions in political circles about potential coalitions that could challenge the dominance of the ruling party in the 2027 elections.
Peter Obi had earlier admitted that he was uncertain about securing the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a video seen last Thursday, Obi told his supporters that there was no guarantee he would emerge as the party’s flag bearer, despite growing speculation about his political future.
“Someone asked me how I know for sure that the ADC will give me the presidential ticket. I cannot be certain. What matters is that we are committed to a cause,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor, who was a key contender in the 2023 presidential election, lamented Nigeria’s worsening political situation, questioning how the country arrived at its current state and warning of the consequences of abandoning reform efforts
“I keep wondering how we ended up in this situation and what might happen if we decide to stop working on this project,” he added.
His remarks come amid ongoing political realignments and behind-the-scenes negotiations among opposition figures seeking to challenge the ruling party in 2027, further underscoring the uncertainty surrounding the race for Nigeria’s highest office.
It was earlier reported how ADC members sidelined Peter Obi in February to appoint a former National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), who is now a chieftain of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun as political leaders in the South-South for the ADC presidential ticket in the 2027 general elections.
This announcement was endorsed by former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.
Speaking during Amaechi’s visit to the group of regional leaders, Odigie-Oyegun disclosed that the former Rivers State governor has formally informed them of his intention to contest the presidency.
“In the process, we are glad that our son, His Excellency, Chibuike Amaechi, took advantage of this meeting to brief us formally of his intention to run for the presidency of our great nation,” Odigie-Oyegun said.
He had commended Amaechi for what he described as respect for regional leadership and political consultation before launching his ambition.
