Peter Obi has clarified that he never rejected an offer to serve as running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television, Obi said no such offer had actually been presented to him, responding to speculation that he had ruled out the position. The remarks address ongoing discussions about potential opposition alliances for the 2027 presidential race.

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has dismissed claims that he refused to work with African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections. According to Obi, he was never in a political party where he was offered the opportunity to become Atiku's running mate and declined. The statement addresses speculation about a possible alliance between the two opposition figures as preparations for the 2027 presidential race begin to take shape.

Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress, has denied opposing the selection of Rotimi Amaechi as the party's vice presidential candidate. He stated that no individual from the South-East was deemed qualified to be chosen for the position, although further details on the criteria for eligibility were not provided.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), said his proposal to reinstate Nigeria's fuel subsidy has compelled President Bola Tinubu's All Progressives Congress government to debate the effects of its removal on citizens. According to Atiku, speaking in response to Kayode Fayemi, the government has been forced to confront an issue it had sought to avoid, as hardship from the subsidy's 2023 removal continues to fuel political debate.

Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has defended the party's absence from the inauguration of a presidential campaign office linked to Governor Seyi Makinde, according to Naija News. His comments came amid discussion involving Peter Obi and the ADC's position within Nigeria's opposition politics ahead of future elections.

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu, stating that his government has become synonymous with scandal. This remark was made in the context of ongoing political discourse in Nigeria, highlighting tensions between the two leaders.