Peter Obi Meets Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Ahead of 2027

On Tuesday, Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, engaged in a closed-door meeting with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde at the governor's office in Ibadan. The meeting, which was not officially disclosed in terms of its agenda, is widely perceived as part of intensified political consultations among opposition figures in light of the upcoming 2027 general elections.

The gathering drew various political stakeholders amid ongoing coalition discussions. Obi's former campaign spokesman, Yunusa Tanko, indicated that this meeting is part of a broader strategy to build national support for Obi's candidacy, particularly appealing to Nigerian youth.

The meeting follows similar engagements Obi has had with other political leaders, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, highlighting the growing attention on coalition dynamics within Nigeria's political landscape.