US EditionBig shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join forces
NIGERIA, JUL 3 – Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi unite under the African Democratic Congress to prevent vote splitting and challenge the ruling party in Nigeria's 2027 election, after Tinubu won with 37% in 2023.
- Yesterday, opposition figures Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar officially announced their decision to contest the 2027 Nigerian General Elections under the banner of the African Democratic Congress .
- Their decision follows deep reflection on Nigeria's challenges and the need to unite opposition forces after divided votes in the 2023 elections.
- The coalition appointed Distinguished Senator David Mark as National Chairman and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, committing to competent and compassionate leadership.
- Peter Obi stated, "No single group can transform Nigeria alone" and emphasized that "building bridges is essential to dismantling poverty and insecurity."
- The coalition aims to challenge President Bola Tinubu's administration and seeks unity to secure Nigeria's future leadership by the 2027 elections.
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