Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has disclosed that he is engaging Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi over a possible political collaboration.
The governor said there was still time for the opposition figures to work together despite the limited period before the election.
Nigerians have reacted differently to his statement, with some supporting an alliance while others question whether the discussions will produce anything.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has revealed that he is holding discussions with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over a possible political collaboration ahead of the forthcoming election.
Makinde expressed optimism that the opposition figures could still find common ground despite the limited time remaining before the election, stressing that Nigeria’s interest should come before individual political ambitions.
Makinde speaks on possible Atiku, Obi collaboratio
The governor disclosed his ongoing engagement with the two politicians while discussing the possibility of bringing them together.
According to Makinde, the country should remain the priority for political leaders, regardless of their personal ambitions or differences.
He also suggested that there was still an opportunity for the opposition figures to reach an agreement, even with the election approaching.
In his words:
“I’m currently engaging with Atiku Abubakar and Mr Peter Obi, telling them that this is our country. Even with the little time left before the election, we may still collaborate.”
His statement has drawn attention to the possibility of cooperation among prominent opposition figures.
However, Makinde did not disclose the details of his discussions with Atiku and Obi or whether the talks had produced any agreement.
Nigerians react to Makinde’s statement
The governor’s remarks have generated different opinions among Nigerians, particularly on X, where some users welcomed the possibility of an opposition alliance.
ACHENYO! 🇳🇬 @Berrychexplace argued that political leaders should put the country’s interest above their personal ambitions.
Edo-Wizard 💯 @davidoghe, however, expressed doubts about Makinde’s intentions, suggesting that the governor could eventually reconcile with President Bola Tinubu.
MR OLA @onlineguru__ predicted that Atiku and Makinde could eventually support Obi shortly before the election.
Lady Glad 💙🦋 @odogwuutd also urged Atiku to consider supporting Obi, arguing that the South should produce the next president.
Meanwhile, Godson @godson_umo63005 questioned whether the proposed collaboration would receive the support of the other politicians.
Meanwhile, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has explained why he is challenging President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.
The governor identified economic hardship, national disunity and the handling of petrol subsidy removal among his major concerns.
Makinde made his position known in a newsletter published on Thursday, November 12, after previously supporting Tinubu’s emergence in 2023.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has opened up on why he wants to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, despite supporting his emergence as president three years ago
Makinde, who is contesting under the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), identified four major concerns about Tinubu’s administration, including economic hardship, national unity and the handling of major economic reforms.
Why Makinde is challenging Tinubu in 2027
In a newsletter released on Thursday, November 12, Makinde explained that his decision to contest against Tinubu was not driven by personal differences or an ambition to occupy Aso Rock.
He recalled supporting Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election because he believed the president had the political experience and connections needed to bring Nigerians together and establish a government focused on competence.
However, he said his expectations had not been met.
The governor listed four major reasons behind his decision to challenge the president.
His first concern was what he described as economic stability without actual economic development. He acknowledged improvements in some economic figures but argued that ordinary Nigerians were yet to feel the benefits. Continue reading here.
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