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Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have agreed to work toward a consensus presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The agreement was reached during a one-day aspirants’ summit held in Abuja by members of the Obidient and Kwankwasiyya movements.
The groups also resolved to jointly raise ₦60 million to fund political consultations and processes linked to the proposed joint presidential ticket for Obi and Kwankwaso, as discussions continue on forming a broader opposition alliance to challenge the ruling party in 2027.
Leaders of both movements said the decision followed a series of meetings aimed at strengthening opposition unity and mobilising grassroots support across different regions of the country.
The leader of the Obidient Movement, Professor Yunusa Tanko, said supporters of both political figures believe that a united front would significantly improve their chances in the next presidential election.
Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, represented by former Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Chief Peter Ameh, urged aspirants seeking elective offices in 2027 to embrace integrity, sacrifice, and people-oriented leadership.
He described the emerging alliance as “an act of courage and patriotism” at a critical moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey.
According to him, Nigeria does not need more politicians, but leaders who will prioritise public interest over personal gain.
He urged aspirants to focus on practical solutions to insecurity, unemployment, inflation, poor infrastructure, and healthcare challenges, rather than making empty promises.
He also warned against violence, vote-buying, and electoral manipulation, stressing that leadership must begin with integrity in the pursuit of power.
He added that Nigeria cannot continue with negative politics that threaten its stability.
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Obi further emphasised national unity, saying the country would only prosper when competent leaders place national interest above ethnic and religious considerations.
He expressed concern over the collapse of public education, rising poverty, and the increasing number of out-of-school children, blaming poor leadership for worsening national division and economic hardship.
Obi also cautioned aspirants against defecting to rival parties after winning elections, describing such actions as betrayal of public trust and a threat to democratic values.
Speaking through former House of Representatives member, Asiwaju Moshood Shittu, Musa Kwankwaso called on Nigerians and emerging leaders to remain committed to justice, national unity, and responsible leadership.
He said Nigeria’s challenges stem largely from a lack of sincere and selfless leaders willing to sacrifice for national development.
The former Governor of Kano State added that the country’s major problem is not lack of resources, but the failure of leaders to speak honestly to citizens and place national interest above personal ambition.
He urged Nigerians to learn from the country’s past and work collectively to address poverty, division, and poor governance.
Meanwhile, the National Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Ikenna Enekweizu, assured party members and aspirants of a free, fair, and transparent primary process ahead of the 2027 elections.
He dismissed allegations that the party had compiled a secret list of preferred candidates, insisting that all aspirants would be given equal opportunities during the primaries.
