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Obi Offered VP Slot as Atiku Agrees to One-Term Deal for 2027 | #Politicsnigeria

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly offered the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, the position of vice president in a one-term power-sharing agreement ahead of the 2027 elections.

Multiple sources involved in the coalition talks, who asked not to be named, revealed that the proposal was first made during a private meeting between Atiku and Obi earlier this year in the United Kingdom.

According to the sources, Atiku has committed to serving only one term if elected president and Obi has accepted the offer to run as his deputy. However, Obi is said to be consulting with his key supporters before making any public statement.

This development marks a potential political reunion. It can be recalled that Obi was Atiku’s running mate under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections, where they lost to the then incumbent, Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

It is understood that both camps are considering a different political party given that both the PDP and Labour Party are immersed in crises. One such option is the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

“The Social Democratic Party was part of the plans before now, but it seems the ruling APC has also infiltrated the party. So, they are tilting towards the ADC. Some of the loyalists have been meeting with the ADC leadership, and others have quietly joined the party. So, if things do not favour them in LP and PDP, they may join ADC,” a source said.

In March, Atiku, Obi, former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others announced a new political coalition aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu’s reelection in 2027. However, there has been no clear announcement on the proposed coalition till today.

One political insider said consultations are still ongoing.

“You know that by this time next year, by May 2026, almost all parties would have unveiled their presidential candidates for the 2027 elections. So, the coalition move is mindful of that.
The leaders have all agreed that it’s only a coalition between Atiku, Obi, and others that can wrest power from Tinubu. So, they are crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s to finalise this.”

The source added that the UK meeting was key to the plan.

“Atiku and Obi met earlier this year in the UK. That was where Atiku first mooted the idea of a coalition and urged Obi to be his running mate. Obi then asked for time to think it over and consult his loyalists.
But recent developments show that Obi has accepted to be Atiku’s running mate, and Atiku has also agreed to serve a single four-year term and hand over to the former Anambra State governor. They have both agreed to sign a written agreement if necessary.”

Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, confirmed coalition talks but declined to speak on any specific agreement.

“I know that His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have been talking about the coalition. I cannot speak on the specific agreement they have reached.
All I can tell you is that both of them are focused on ensuring that they build a viable coalition that will be robust enough to accommodate diverse Nigerians to unseat the clueless APC government in 2027.”

Peter Ahmeh, a close associate of Obi and secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties, refused to confirm any deal but said Obi remains committed to Labour Party unity.

“No comment on this one, until I speak with my oga,” he said.
He added, “We are in the LP as we speak, and that is the option available to accommodate everyone because you cannot sleep in a hostile environment and expect to succeed.”

Meanwhile, Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obedient Movement, denied knowledge of any Atiku-Obi joint ticket.

“As far as I am concerned, after I met with him in Benin, there was nothing of this nature on the table. He has not shared with me any of this particular issue. Neither has he called nor talked to me about it.”

ADC National Chairman Ralph Nwosu confirmed that talks are ongoing with major stakeholders, including opposition leaders and even some within the ruling APC.
“The ADC leadership has held conversations with all major stakeholders in the coalition drive and even people in government — that is, even people in the APC,” he said.

He revealed that 21 former national chairmen of deregistered parties have joined ADC and hinted at a major announcement soon.

“Currently, we are involved in coalition talks with all critical stakeholders. And we are meeting frequently, and by the grace of God, before the end of this week, we will announce some of the recent developments to the entire world".

Source : https://politicsnigeria.com/obi-offered-vp-slot-as-atiku-agrees-to-one-term-deal-for-2027/

Good one, if Atiku can keep the deal

It won't work

Big sakamaje. No smart politicians would sign such deal

So if Atiku serves a term, would north still be allowed to contest the 2031 election?

Which election are talking about? Election that Tinubu has won already in advance

Soludo should replace Atiku after 2031 not Obi. The highest office Obi can hold is VP, he's not smart enough to be president.

Only a fool will trust atiku

You guys and fake news..


If you believe this yeye news then I am selling Whitehouse in USA for 2 dollars.

And you think the North represented by Atiku will agree to a one term and then handover to Obi? Anybody who thinks this arrangement will work will need to have his brain serviced. That is the same format Obasanjo played on Atiku which was never honoured. Even if Atiku wish to step down after one term due to his age, the northerners will insist on completing their 8 years by presenting another candidate from the north to replace Atiku.

Beer parlour gist....

Go get a job please.

Lol, I said, the bait worked.

In what world will Atiku aree for a single term? That's not possible. An Atiku-Obi ticket looks very promising but the big loser in the end will be Obi. There is no guarantee that the measure of goodwill he currently enjoys now will be there after an Atiku tenure is over.

The Yoruba are known to play exceedingly bad blood politics of bitterness and will never forgive or vote for Obi if Tinubu loses the next elections. In such a scenario, Obi will have only one option for his politics and that will be to kiss the arse of the northerners slavishly if wants their support after Atikus tenure is over.

atiku4President:
Good one, if Atiku can keep the deal

Only mvmv will believe Atiku will keep his side of the deal.

Meanwhile Atiku is lying as usual

Atiku is desperate.

Breaking News 🗞️

PETER OBI REJECTS OFFER FROM ATIKU'S CAMP!

The same ATIKU/Obi that buhari easily defeated before 12pm on election day in 2019

badoh:
And you think the North represented by Atiku will agree to a one term and then handover to Obi? Anybody who thinks this arrangement will work will need to have his brain serviced. That is the same format Obasanjo played on Atiku which was never honoured. Even if Atiku wish to step down after one term due to his age, the northerners will insist on completing their 8 years by presenting another candidate from the north to replace Atiku.

Igbos due to thier desperation will be the pawn in the political game of 2027. When obi deputize Atiku and fail again, then igbos in APC can't lay claim to vice presidential candidate in 2031 which is the surest for them at the moment. We south south will take the slot and in 2039 produced the president. Shikena. As long as atiku is the presidential candidate of the so called coalition, it's dead on arrival. Kwankwanso and other strong northerners will just decamp to Apc.

So if Atiku Obi performs, the Yorubas will not forgive him for booting out incompetent Tinubu?

Dogalmighty17:
In what world will Atiku aree for a single term? That's not possible. An Atiku-Obi ticket looks very promising but the big loser in the end will be Obi. There is no guarantee that the measure of goodwill he currently enjoys now will be there after an Atiku tenure is over.

The Yoruba are known to play exceedingly bad blood politics of bitterness and will never forgive or vote for Obi if Tinubu loses the next elections. In such a scenario, Obi will have only one option for his politics and that will be to kiss the arse of the northerners slavishly if wants their support after Atikus tenure is over.

AtikuObi is a winning ticket and you know it

kedeojo:
Igbos due to thier desperation will be the pawn in the political game of 2027. When obi deputize Atiku and fail again, then igbos in APC can't lay claim to vice presidential candidate in 2031 which is the surest for them at the moment. We south south will take the slot and in 2039 produced the president. Shikena. As long as atiku is the presidential candidate of the so called coalition, it's dead on arrival. Kwankwanso and other strong northerners will just decamp to Apc.

Make Atiku Rest jor

If Peter Obi accepts this offer, it could shift emotional sentiment in favor of Tinubu, especially around the idea of South completing 8 years term before power shift to the North. Obi risks losing followers and a significant portion of his support base, particularly the Christian votes he secured in the last election.
Will Atiku even respect the deal?

It's souths turn... Atiku should deputise...

Infact should retire

It’s the turn of the south. Atiku should rest. Atiku can support Obi.
Let Obi do 1 term and handle over to Atiku. I don’t know why an Atiku will keep contesting and contesting year in, year out. What is he looking for? What did he keep in AsoRock? What did he hide inside AsoRock that he wants to collect by all means?

Support an Obi and play the role of the godfather. Nawa o

Peter Obi the man of the people deserves being the President

I'm not surprised, tow desperate individuals. If atiku want to contest and Obi agrees to this, I wonder what his Obidients will say now.

FAKE!
FAKE!
FAKE!


INSTEAD OF TO GIVE ATIKU VOTE,ANY OTHER SOUTHERN MAN GO TAKE AM.

Ddeliverer007:
It’s the turn of the south. Atiku should rest. Atiku can support Obi.
Let Obi do 1 term and handle over to Atiku. I don’t know why an Atiku will keep contesting and contesting year in, year out. What is he looking for? What did he keep in AsoRock? What did he hide inside AsoRock that he wants to collect by all means?

Support an Obi and play the role of the godfather . Nawa o

I'm a northerner but the truth is if Tinubu is to be stopped in 2027, then your suggestion is the sure banker. Atiku should play the godfather and sponsor an Obi ticket with Elrufai or Kwankwaso as VP. That will surely destabilize permutations in the Tinubu camp. And I assure you no matter the rigging mechanism put in place, Tinubu would not sail through that combo. Problem is Kwankwaso and Atiku do not see eye to eye politically, so Obi might be left with an Elrufai option whom Obidients despise. I see Tinubu winning in 2027.