2027: Peter Obi Meets Obasanjo to Discuss Nation’s Future — Tanko

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo held a closed-door meeting with 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi on Sunday, Vanguard reports. Sources say the discussions focused on the state of the nation and strategies to address the country’s challenges ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Peter Obi confirmed the visit on his X handle, noting that he was accompanied by Labour Party presidential campaign council spokesperson Yunusa Tanko, 2023 Lagos governorship candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, and Segun Adebanjo.

Insights from Tanko

Speaking about the meeting, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, described it as a “meeting of like minds” centered on national issues. He said:

“First, it was a meeting of like minds. Remember Mr Peter Obi served under the leadership of Chief Obasanjo at a point in time, so there was need for the two of them to sit and discuss how to rescue the country.

“It was also a need to make people realise that their rights are in their power of votes. These are basic issues on the state of the nation. These are the things and issues discussed.”

On whether Obi discussed his 2027 presidential intentions, Tanko added: “That is a public declaration. When the time comes, everybody will be informed accordingly.”

Obasanjo Silent

Attempts to reach former President Obasanjo for comment were unsuccessful. One aide said: “It was a closed door meeting. You can call the Peter Obi people to give you more details.”

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