Atiku and Amaechi Converge in Ibadan as Opposition Heavyweights Launch National Coalition Summit

Former VP Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi join Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso in Ibadan for an opposition summit hosted by Governor Seyi Makinde.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 25, 2026, 8:10 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from DAILY POST Nigeria

Opposition Leaders Gather in Oyo Capital

The political landscape in Nigeria shifted toward consolidation this weekend as prominent opposition leaders arrived in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi were among the first high-profile figures to land ahead of the National Summit of all opposition parties. The summit is being hosted by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, a key figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who has positioned his state as the staging ground for this multi-party dialogue.

Building a Unified Front for 2027

The summit serves as a critical consultative platform for leaders across various political platforms. Expected attendees include Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Rabiu Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP), alongside other influential stakeholders. A central theme of the gathering is the exploration of a coalition or a "mega-party" structure to challenge the ruling administration in the 2027 elections. Atiku Abubakar, who is currently among those seeking the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), shared footage of his arrival on social media, showing a significant crowd of supporters welcoming him at the airport.

Allegations of Political Interference

The lead-up to the Ibadan summit has been marked by tension and allegations of state-sponsored disruption. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised concerns over an alleged plot by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to frustrate the gathering. These allegations follow reported difficulties in securing venues for similar opposition meetings in Abuja. Opposition spokespersons have characterized these hurdles as a pattern of interference aimed at weakening the democratic space and preventing a robust multi-party contest in the upcoming electoral cycle.