Kwankwaso and Obi Unite Northern Leaders Against Atiku

Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi are intensifying efforts to secure a joint presidential ticket platform under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) by rallying northern leaders against Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President. Their strategy involves promoting a rotational power deal to persuade northern stakeholders to back their alliance, particularly in light of the upcoming party primaries.

The duo aims to consolidate northern support for a southern presidency in 2027, emphasizing a single-term arrangement. Recent consultations have revealed that Kwankwaso's camp has been actively engaging traditional rulers and major stakeholders to reject Bola Tinubu's second term bid.

The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement was inaugurated to drive their ticket ahead of the ADC primaries. The article highlights the urgency of their campaign, as they seek to formalize their agreement and secure the necessary backing from influential northern leaders, while also addressing concerns about the political future of the north.