In a significant political move, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has officially named former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso as his running mate for the upcoming 2027 general elections. The announcement came on Saturday shortly after Obi was confirmed as the NDC’s standard bearer.
According to reports, Obi and Kwankwaso both recently left the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to join the NDC, citing persistent internal conflicts and legal battles within the ADC as their reasons for the switch. Their defection is seen as a strategic alliance aimed at consolidating opposition support ahead of the polls.
The NDC party formally declared Obi as its presidential candidate on Saturday during a convention. The partnership between Obi and Kwankwaso is expected to strengthen the party’s campaign, leveraging Kwankwaso’s political influence in the North and Obi’s popularity among younger voters.
Political analysts view this ticket as a formidable challenge to the ruling party, given the combined grassroots appeal of both candidates. The move signals a united opposition front as Nigeria approaches a critical electoral season.