Peter Obi meets Kwankwaso after NDC presidential screening
Peter Obi recently visited Rabiu Kwankwaso following his clearance by the NDC screening committee for the party’s presidential primary. The meeting took place at Kwankwaso's Maitama residence in Abuja and was confirmed by Kwankwaso on X. Both leaders have recently joined the NDC after leaving the African Democratic Congress. Their meeting has sparked speculation about a possible joint presidential ticket.
Key takeaways
- Peter Obi paid a courtesy visit to Rabiu Kwankwaso at his Maitama residence in Abuja.
- The visit happened after Obi was cleared by the NDC screening committee for the presidential primary.
- Both leaders joined the NDC in early May 2026 after leaving the African Democratic Congress.
- There is speculation that Obi and Kwankwaso may run together for the presidency in 2027.
- The two have been discussing ways to strengthen the opposition against the ruling All Progressives Congress.
