As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, the political landscape may soon witness a dramatic shake-up. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, and other top Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders held a closed-door strategic meeting in Abuja.
The high-level gathering, hosted at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, signals a potential political coalition or realignment poised to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Key PDP Stalwarts Present at Strategic Meeting
The meeting, chaired by David Mark, drew several influential PDP veterans, including:
- Sule Lamido – Former Governor of Jigawa
- Liyel Imoke – Former Governor of Cross River
- Babangida Aliyu – Former Governor of Niger
- Sam Egwu – Former Governor of Ebonyi
- Olagunsoye Oyinlola – Former Governor of Osun
- Senator Abdul Ningi
- Prince Uche Secondus – Former PDP National Chairman
- Josephine Anenih – Former PDP Women Leader
- Senator Austin Akobundu – Former National Organising Secretary
- Kola Ologbondiyan – Former National Publicity Secretary
- Abdullahi Maibasira – Former National Youth Leader
Realignment or Coalition? Tensions Rise Within PDP
According to insiders, the discussions centered around whether PDP chieftains would exit the party to join a broader coalition platform or retain their membership while forming an electoral alliance.
This comes amid growing internal tensions over Atiku Abubakar’s potential 2027 presidential bid.
“There’s concern that if Atiku emerges again, the presidency might shift back to the North too soon, disrupting South-North power rotation,” a source told NAIJABLOGDAILY.
A federal minister and a governor from the North East are reportedly against Atiku’s candidacy, preferring that power remain in the South until 2031.
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New Movement on the Horizon?
Despite opposition, Atiku remains resolute, and the presence of powerful party figures at the meeting shows that many may be preparing to exit the PDP alongside him if necessary.
“This is just the tip of the iceberg. More supporters are quietly aligning behind Atiku. A new political movement may be underway,” another insider revealed.
Why It Matters: 2027 May Redefine Nigeria’s Power Structure
As pressure builds ahead of the 2027 general elections, this meeting could become a watershed moment in Nigeria’s political history. Whether it leads to a unified opposition, a third force, or a reinvigorated PDP, the outcome is likely to reshape the presidential race and challenge the APC’s hold on power.
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