Rotimi Amaechi hosted Peter Obi, Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, and several opposition figures at his Abuja home on Saturday for talks on Nigeria's democratic direction. The meeting included Victor Umeh, senator for Anambra Central, former Anambra governor Achike Udenwa, and Victor Oganku. Discussions focused on consolidating the opposition and shaping the country's political future, according to sources familiar with the gathering. Amaechi, Obi, and Atiku Abubakar are all members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and are potential contenders for the party's 2027 presidential nomination. Amaechi previously ran in the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary, finishing second to Bola Tinubu, who secured the party's ticket. In March, Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC's national publicity secretary, stated the party is considering a consensus method for selecting its 2027 candidate, with direct primaries also an option. He confirmed indirect primaries are no longer under consideration, aligning with provisions in the amended Electoral Act. During a Friday interview on Channels Television, Amaechi declared his readiness to contest the next presidential election under the ADC banner. He dismissed calls for a consensus arrangement in the party's candidate selection, suggesting a preference for a competitive process.
Amaechi is pushing for a direct contest in the ADC despite being part of a meeting that discussed opposition unity. He has rejected consensus, even as the party considers it a viable path for 2027. His stance risks fragmenting the opposition before the race begins.
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