Tinubu Pressures Obi and Kwankwaso to Unite for 2027
Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, stated in an interview on Channel Television that President Bola Tinubu compelled opposition leaders Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party to work together in preparation for the 2027 elections. Momodu argued that the current unity among opposition figures is not a genuine long-term commitment but rather a reaction to pressure from Tinubu's government.
He expressed skepticism about the assumption that Obi and Kwankwaso would retain their previous voter bases, citing Tinubu's ability to secure over 8 million votes in the last election. Momodu warned that the political landscape could change significantly and emphasized the importance of free and fair elections.
He also mentioned that the African Democratic Congress remains focused and will not succumb to blackmail regarding alliances, referencing the unsuccessful 2019 alliance between Atiku Abubakar and Obi.
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