Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar traveled to Ilesa, Osun State, and met with Rauf Aregbesola, once a staunch ally of President Tinubu who later fell out of favour. The gathering, described as “breakfast time at his residence,” saw supporters chanting “Tinubu will fall in 2027” .
Atiku’s visit marks a strategic effort to consolidate dissident APC figures like Aregbesola—and potentially Nasir El‑Rufai—as part of a broader opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections .
Reports confirm discussions are underway with Peter Obi and Nasir El‑Rufai on adopting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the coalition’s platform, with a formal declaration expected around May 30 .
While Atiku seeks to harness the backing of figures estranged from Tinubu, analysts caution that crafting a cohesive front from disparate personalities remains a formidable challenge—especially under President Tinubu’s seasoned political machinery .
Summary
Venue: Ilesa residence of Rauf Aregbesola
Key Stakeholders: Atiku Abubakar, Rauf Aregbesola, Namadi Sambo
Purpose: Unite opposition ahead of 2027; build on dialogues with Peter Obi and El‑Rufai
Platform: Likely using ADC; formal launch expected May 30
Obstacle: Sustaining unity among diverse political personalities
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