NRM Rules Out Merger Talks Ahead of 2027 Elections

The National Rescue Movement (NRM), led by chairman Chinedu Obi, declared on Tuesday that it will not pursue merger discussions with the All Progressives Congress (APC) or any other political parties in preparation for the 2027 general elections. Instead, the NRM aims to produce its own presidential candidate and is committed to participating in the electoral process independently.

This announcement was made during a press briefing in Abuja, where Obi highlighted the party's focus on internal unity and stability following a recent court ruling by the Federal High Court, presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. The ruling dismissed an appeal filed by former NRM chairman Edozi Njoku, which was linked to a leadership tussle within the party.

Obi stated that the NRM is in a strong position to compete against opposition parties and is open to supporting qualified candidates for elective offices, emphasizing that the party is not experiencing any significant internal crises.