Peter Obi Meets With Former PDP Presidential Candidate Atiku Abubakar at His Residence

In a surprising turn of events, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, met behind closed doors in Abuja. This reunion comes in the wake of the 2023 general elections, where both figures were prominent contenders for the presidency. Atiku Abubakar, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peter Obi, representing the Labour Party (LP), had previously run against each other in the 2019 elections, with Obi serving as Atiku’s vice-presidential candidate. However, their paths diverged in the 2023 elections, with Obi leaving the PDP in May 2022 to contest under the LP banner.

The meeting was made public by Atiku Abubakar, who took to his X page to express his honor and privilege in hosting Peter Obi. This gesture has sparked a wave of reactions across social media, with many users expressing surprise and curiosity about the nature of their discussions. Given their political rivalry in the past, the meeting has been interpreted by some as a sign of reconciliation and a potential move towards political collaboration.

As the political landscape in Nigeria continues to evolve post-elections, this meeting between two of the country’s most influential political figures marks a significant moment. It remains to be seen what the future holds for both Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, and whether their meeting will lead to a more united front in addressing the pressing issues facing Nigeria.