Peter Obi Meets Obasanjo Ahead of 2027 Elections

On Wednesday, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Nigeria. This meeting occurs amid increasing debate regarding Obasanjo's political role as the 2027 general election approaches.

Photos shared on X by Obi's campaign photographer, Esther Umoh, depicted Obi in a blue traditional outfit alongside Obasanjo, who wore a white native dress and a blue patterned cap. A Catholic bishop was also present during parts of the meeting.

Neither Obi nor Obasanjo disclosed the specifics of their discussions. The meeting follows allegations from the Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum that Obasanjo was secretly supporting President Bola Tinubu's re-election while publicly backing opposition figures.

However, Akin Osuntokun, Obasanjo's former Political Adviser, refuted these claims, asserting that Obasanjo is a principal supporter of the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket for the upcoming election. The meeting is expected to intensify speculation regarding Obasanjo's involvement in opposition consultations ahead of the 2027 polls.