G100's Salihu Lukman Pushes for Opposition Unity Ahead of 2027

Salihu Lukman, the convener of the G100 political pressure group, is focused on uniting leaders of opposition political parties to secure victory against incumbent President Bola Tinubu, who is seeking re-election with the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 elections. Lukman believes that unity among opposition parties is crucial for success and is organizing a final conference on November 9, 2026, to adopt key documents, including the National Covenant for Democratic Renewal, the Framework for Opposition Unity, and the National Reform Programme.

Despite facing challenges, including a lack of trust among parties, Lukman remains optimistic that ongoing consultations will lead to an agreement on a common presidential candidate. He noted that the G100 has made progress beyond expectations, with parties beginning to engage in discussions necessary for building trust and confidence for a consensus candidate.