The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, on Wednesday held a private meeting with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, a development that has fueled fresh political discussions ahead of the 2027 general election.
Photos of the meeting were shared on X by Obi’s campaign photographer, Esther Umoh, who simply confirmed that the former Anambra State governor met with the ex-president earlier in the day.
The images showed Obi, dressed in a blue traditional outfit, walking alongside Obasanjo, who wore a white native attire and blue patterned cap. A Catholic bishop was also seen in some of the photographs.
No Official Details of Meeting
Neither Peter Obi nor former President Obasanjo disclosed the purpose of the meeting.
However, the visit comes at a time when political consultations and coalition talks are intensifying ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with Obasanjo’s role in the evolving political landscape attracting widespread attention.
Fresh Political Speculation
The meeting has sparked renewed speculation over possible consultations involving opposition figures as parties continue preparations for the next general election.
Although several political observers have linked the visit to ongoing alignments ahead of 2027, no official statement has suggested that any agreement or endorsement was reached during the meeting.
Obasanjo Remains Influential
Former President Obasanjo has remained an influential figure in Nigeria’s political space, with political leaders across party lines frequently consulting him on national issues.
Wednesday’s meeting adds to a series of high-profile engagements involving the former president as discussions ahead of the 2027 elections gather momentum.