Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 General Election, has announced the formation of a coalition of opposition political parties aimed at unseating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja on March 20, 2025.
Key Details:
- Coalition’s Objective: The coalition seeks to unify opposition forces to present a formidable challenge to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next presidential election.
- Participants: The alliance is expected to include key political figures such as Peter Obi of the Labour Party and other prominent opposition leaders. Discussions are ongoing to consolidate resources and strategies.
- Atiku’s Statement: Atiku described the coalition as a “birth of unity among opposition parties,” emphasizing the need to address governance issues and provide Nigerians with an alternative leadership.
- Political Context: The announcement comes amid growing dissatisfaction with the current administration, as opposition leaders criticize policies and decisions, including the recent state of emergency declared in Rivers State.
This development marks a significant moment in Nigeria’s political landscape, setting the stage for what could be a highly competitive 2027 presidential race.
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