I Will Support Peter Obi In 2027 If… – Atiku

A former president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has disclosed that he is ready to support Peter Obi if the party nominates him as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

The 2023 presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in an interview with the BBC Hausa, also said there is possibility of a merger between the PDP and Labour Party.

Osun Defender reports that Atiku and Obi, who was the Labour Party presidential candidate during the last election, met during the week.

However, Atiku said the meeting was a routine interaction between opposition members, which he believes is beneficial for the country’s democracy.

“It’s just a normal friendly meeting that we often have, particularly among us in the opposition parties. Such meetings are healthy for Nigeria’s democracy and in the country’s interest.

“I have said repeatedly, and I even said it before the 2023 general elections, that if the PDP decides to zone the presidential ticket to the South or South-East specifically, I won’t contest it.

“As long as it’s the decision of the party, I will abide by it. But I contested the 2023 presidential ticket because it was thrown open to all members of the party.”

“If the party decides that it’s the turn of the South-East and Peter Obi is chosen, I won’t hesitate to support him.”

“Yes, it’s very much possible. We can merge to achieve a common goal, and nothing can stop us if we so wish to achieve that.”