Lawal: Atiku asked him to persuade Obi to be 2027 ADC running mate
Babachir Lawal said in a Diaspora Digital Media interview that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar asked him to persuade Peter Obi to accept the vice‑presidential slot on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket for the 2027 presidential election. According to Lawal, Atiku’s plan included a broader agreement to amend the Constitution and create a single six‑year presidential term, which Obi would benefit from after serving four years as vice president. Lawal presented the proposal to Obi, but the former Anambra State governor declined.
This revelation matters because it exposes the opposition’s behind‑the‑scenes maneuvering ahead of the 2027 polls, highlights the growing rift in the ADC after Lawal resigned in June 2026 over allegations that the party manipulated its presidential primary to favor Atiku—a claim Atiku’s camp denied. It also shows Lawal’s recent shift to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), where he now endorses the Obi–Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket, signaling a realignment that could affect voter perceptions and coalition strategies.
Readers should note the constitutional amendment proposal, Lawal’s party switch, and the broader context of INEC’s 2027 election readiness assessments. Consider how these behind‑the‑scenes deals might influence your voting decisions or political engagement as the election approaches. Will these shifting alliances strengthen the opposition or further fragment it ahead of 2027?