Obasanjo and Atiku's Longstanding Political Feud

The feud between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and his former running mate, Waziri Atiku Abubakar, has persisted for over two decades, originating during their joint tenure from 1999 to 2007. Initially seen as a promising partnership, the relationship soured ahead of the 2003 general elections, fueled by speculations that Atiku was gaining too much power and potentially plotting to unseat Obasanjo.

Atiku, who was elected Governor of Adamawa State in 1999, became Vice President under Obasanjo, overseeing the economy and privatization efforts. However, as their political careers progressed, tensions escalated, with Atiku viewed as a significant internal threat to Obasanjo's presidency.

This feud has been a recurring theme in Nigerian politics, re-emerging every election cycle since 2003, highlighting the complexities of their political alliance and rivalry.