Obi picks Kwankwaso as running mate for 2027 presidency

Peter Obi officially announced Rabiu Kwankwaso as his vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 Nigerian presidential election at the NDC national convention in Abuja on Saturday, May 30, 2026. This comes three years after both men ran separately in the 2023 presidential election, where Obi finished third and Kwankwaso fourth.

This political partnership creates a new force in Nigeria's 2027 presidential race. Kwankwaso, who maintains strong influence in Kano state where he previously won with NNPP, brings significant northern political weight to the Obi ticket. More importantly, Obi emphasized his commitment to an inclusive government where the vice president would be an active partner rather than a ceremonial "spare tire," signaling a different approach to executive power sharing than Nigeria has traditionally seen.

With both candidates having run in the previous election and shared values in education and security, this alliance could reshape Nigeria's political landscape. The NDC ticket now represents a specific alternative to the ruling party and major opposition. Political observers should watch how this partnership navigates regional power dynamics and whether their shared vision of a fair society can translate into electoral success. For voters, this presents a new option beyond the traditional political parties that have dominated Nigerian politics.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/31/2027-kwankwaso-wont-be-spare-tyre-as-vp-peter-obi/