In a recent broadcast on TVC News, Adewale Adeoye, who is the Executive Director of the Journalists for Democratic Rights (JODER), discussed the changing nature of opposition politics in Nigeria as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.…....
He emphasized the connections between key political players and their personal tactics.
During the discussion, Adeoye remarked, “Atiku Abubakar believes he can become President without Peter Obi.” He made this observation while reflecting on what he referred to as the increasing self-assuredness and individual tactics among top opposition candidates.
Adeoye indicated that Atiku Abubakar continues to be a vital figure in Nigeria’s opposition landscape, with a persistent goal to run for the presidency once more. However, he observed that recent events in politics hint at a move toward achieving electoral success without past alliances, particularly with Peter Obi.
He suggested that the teamwork seen in the 2023 general elections was primarily strategic, motivated by a mutual desire to contest the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), rather than suggesting a lasting political collaboration.
As per Adeoye, the present political climate indicates that prominent opposition members are now adjusting their tactics on their own, with each having faith in their electoral potential and support in their regions.
He also mentioned that the connection between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi has progressed past the phase of working together in opposition politics, as both individuals now seem to be concentrating on distinct political paths as the 2027 elections approach.
Adeoye further noted that this trend illustrates a larger phenomenon in Nigerian politics, where partnerships frequently fall apart when immediate electoral goals are no longer aligned, resulting in heightened rivalry among previous allies.
He wrapped up by stating that the upcoming 2027 elections will assess the resilience of personal political frameworks and will reveal whether opposition leaders can still unite or pursue individual routes toward the presidency.
