Fresh signs of a major political shake-up have emerged ahead of the 2027 elections, as Buba Galadima revealed that Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso are set to unveil a new political platform.
The Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) made the disclosure during a stakeholders’ meeting of the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement in Abuja, pointing to an imminent announcement that could reshape Nigeria’s opposition landscape.
Although Galadima stopped short of naming the platform, sources within the opposition camp say both leaders are finalising plans to align with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), a party reportedly linked to former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson.
Insiders familiar with the talks said the two politicians and their associates had already begun signing key documents, signalling that the move is effectively sealed ahead of a formal declaration.
“We don’t want a repeat of what happened in the ADC,” a source said, referencing internal disputes that plagued previous alliances. “All is now set. Both Obi and Kwankwaso will announce their defection on Monday.”
The development follows weeks of speculation about the political future of both men, particularly after internal crises and legal battles weakened several opposition parties.
Addressing supporters, Galadima warned that the planned announcement could trigger coordinated attacks, including media criticism and online campaigns aimed at discrediting the leaders.
“As from Monday, when our leaders declare, one of two things will happen,” he said. “They will sponsor columnists and deploy social media influencers to attack our candidates.”
He urged supporters to remain disciplined but responsive, calling for strategic engagement rather than unprovoked attacks, while emphasising the need to defend the credibility of the opposition figures.
Galadima also alleged that opposition leaders have faced sustained pressure, claiming that political forces have systematically weakened parties such as the SDP, PDP, ADC, NDP, and PRP through internal crises and external interference.
At the event, businessman Isaac Fayose threw his support behind the proposed Obi-Kwankwaso alliance, describing it as a credible alternative capable of gaining widespread national backing.
He claimed the movement already enjoys strong support across multiple states, though such projections remain unverified and are likely to be tested in future elections.
Activist Aisha Yesufu also addressed the gathering, urging Nigerians to look beyond ethnic and regional divisions and focus on national unity.
“It is time for us to become a nation that is working,” she said, calling on citizens to prioritise collective progress over identity-based politics.
The anticipated announcement is expected to mark a critical moment in the ongoing realignment of opposition forces, as key political actors continue to explore new alliances capable of mounting a stronger challenge in 2027.
