- Potential Alliance: A potential alliance between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s Peter Obi is being speculated for the 2027 presidential election.
- Coalition Talks: Atiku confirmed coalition talks with Obi in an interview, stating that merging to achieve a common goal is possible.
- Meeting with Buhari: Atiku’s visit to former President Muhammadu Buhari sparked rumors about the alliance, with reports suggesting the meeting discussed plans for the 2027 elections and sought Buhari’s support.
- Potential Roles: There are speculations about Atiku running for president in 2027 with Peter Obi as his vice presidential candidate, and potentially running again in 2031.
The potential alliance between Atiku and Obi has sparked interest in the Nigerian political atmosphere, with many speculating about the implications for the 2027 presidential election. The meeting between Atiku and Buhari has added fuel to these speculations, with some believing it was more than just a courtesy visit.
