By Olatunbosun Obafemi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has formally joined a new opposition coalition aimed at unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The coalition, which includes several high-profile politicians across party lines, has adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its political platform.
In a post on his official X handle on Thursday, Obi explained that the coalition’s formation stems from a shared belief that no single group can transform Nigeria alone. He noted that “to dismantle the structures that keep our people in poverty and insecurity, we must build bridges, not walls, even when those bridges are uneasy.”
Obi revealed that former Senate President David Mark will serve as the coalition’s National Chairman, while former Minister and ex-governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, takes up the role of National Secretary. He added that the coalition is committed to producing a competent and compassionate leadership that prioritizes the welfare of Nigerians.
“This decision was not made lightly. It comes from deep reflection on where we are as a country and what must be done to move forward,” he noted.
The coalition was unveiled on Wednesday at a meeting held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, drawing key political figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, former Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi, and others such as Dino Melaye, Dele Momodu, Ireti Kingibe, Gabriel Suswam, Emeka Ihedioha, and Sadique Abubakar.
The move signals a major political shift and a potential realignment of opposition forces as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.
