Obi and Kwankwaso Mobilize NDC Candidates for 2027 Elections

On September 2, 2023, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), hosted his running mate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and other party candidates at the Obidient Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting aimed to enhance the party's political reach ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Kwankwaso, who serves as the NDC vice-presidential candidate, was joined by gubernatorial, senatorial, and other candidates from various states. Obi stated that the discussions focused on strategies to expand the NDC's presence, particularly in rural communities and hinterlands, emphasizing the need for a strong political structure to communicate their message of "national redemption." He assured the candidates of his support in their respective states and constituencies, committing to collaborate closely with them to secure victories for the NDC.

Obi characterized the partnership with Kwankwaso as a collective effort to address Nigeria's pressing socio-economic challenges rather than merely seeking political power.