Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi meets former President Olusegun Obasanjo, according to multiple outlets, in a meeting photographed and circulated online. The reports say the meeting takes place on Wednesday and shows Obi in a blue traditional outfit with Obasanjo in white native dress and a patterned blue cap. A Catholic bishop is also reported to have been present during parts of the engagement.
None of the sources report any official disclosure of what the two discussed. The meeting instead renews political speculation ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election, with commentary focusing on Obasanjo’s possible role and alignment.
One outlet highlights recent controversy involving claims that Obasanjo is quietly backing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, citing a Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum allegation. Obasanjo’s former political adviser, Akin Osuntokun, rejects that claim and says Obasanjo is a principal supporter and sponsor of the Obi–Kwankwaso opposition ticket.
Overall, the outlets agree on the occurrence of the meeting and the fact that it occurs amid ongoing debate over political sponsorship and party alignments ahead of 2027.
