Peter Obi and Olusegun Obasanjo Hold Strategic Closed-Door Meeting Ahead of 2027 Elections
- Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi have held a strategic closed-door meeting to discuss Nigeria’s future
- The gathering, described as a meeting of “like minds,” focused on national challenges and the importance of civic engagement
- As political consultations intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, speculation grows over Obi’s potential return to the presidential race
Details have emerged surrounding a recent closed-door meeting between former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, sparking renewed political interest ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to TRIBUNE ONLINE, the two leaders reportedly discussed pressing national issues, including strategies to “rescue the country,” in what has been described as part of a broader series of consultations aimed at shaping the political landscape in the lead-up to the next electoral cycle.
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Peter Obi, who disclosed the visit via his official X handle, confirmed he was joined by key party figures during the meeting.
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His delegation included Dr Yunusa Tanko, spokesperson for the Labour Party presidential campaign council; Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the party’s 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate; and Segun Adebanjo.
Dr Tanko, who also serves as the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, provided further insight into the nature of the engagement.
He described the meeting as a convergence of “like minds” committed to addressing the nation’s challenges.
“It was a meeting of like minds. Remember Mr. Peter Obi served under the leadership of Chief Obasanjo, so there was a need for the two of them to sit and discuss how to rescue the country,” Tanko said.
He added that the conversation also emphasised the importance of civic participation, particularly the need for Nigerians to exercise their voting rights.
No confirmation yet on 2027 presidential bid
When asked whether Obi had declared his intention to contest the presidency in 2027, Tanko clarified that no formal announcement had been made.
“That is a public declaration. When the time comes, everybody will be informed accordingly,” he stated.
Who is Obasanjo and Peter Obi?
Olusegun Obasanjo is a former Nigerian military head of state and two-term civilian president who served from 1999 to 2007.
Widely regarded as a key figure in Nigeria’s democratic transition, Obasanjo remains an influential voice in national and continental affairs.
He has consistently advocated for good governance, regional stability, and economic reform.
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, emerged as the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections.
Known for his emphasis on fiscal discipline, youth empowerment, and transparent leadership, Obi gained significant grassroots support, particularly among young Nigerians.
The two leaders share a history of collaboration, with Obi having served under Obasanjo’s presidency.
Obasanjo shares why he picked Peter Obi over Tinubu
Legit.ng earlier reported that on Sunday, January 1, 2023, former President Olusegun Obasanjo wrote an open letter to Nigerians, particularly the youths.
In the letter, he unveiled Peter Obi as his preferred presidential candidate and revealed why he picked him over others.
Source: Legit.ng
