Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering politics, elections, and governance in Nigeria.
FCT, Abuja – Who will step down for the other? That is the key question political analysts try to answer as the anti-Bola Tinubu coalition adopt the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Legit.ng reports that opposition figures picked the ADC as the platform to confront the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.
Two former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftains of the coalition have indicated interest in picking the presidential ticket of the alliance, and there could be more as the country inches closer to 2027. Former Vice President (VP) Atiku Abubakar is a top name among the aspirants.
Former governor Peter Obi is also in the race, as he has said he will spend only one term if given the ticket and elected president in 2027.
Obi’s position aligns with the agitation that the south should remain in power until 2031, when it is expected to shift to the north. President Bola Tinubu, also a southerner like Obi, will finish his first term in 2027 and is warming up to contest for a second term.
2027 election permutation
In this report, Legit.ng highlights three things that could happen if Obi steps down for Atiku.
1) Atiku’s campaign gets a boost
Support from Peter Obi could strengthen Atiku’s campaign, potentially affecting the political landscape.
2) Political realignment
This move could lead to realignments among supporters of both figures and potentially other political parties.
3) Impact on opposition strategies
Other opposition figures might adjust strategies in response to this development.
Source: Legit.ng