There is currently a proposed alliance between Obi and Kwankwaso for a joint 2027 presidential ticket under the ADC. The loyalist added that the leaders specifically warned Kwankwaso not to defect until there was an assurance that Obi would receive the presidential ticket. As it is, it seems Kwankwaso is the bargaining strength for Peter Obi to get the presidential ticket in the ADC, and the card must be carefully played. The game ahead is that Obi will participate in the ADC presidential primary, and after losing to Atiku, he will be persuaded to take the VP slot. As it stands, Kwankwaso is Obi’s only strong bargaining chip for the ADC presidential ticket.

Source: Punch February 01, 2026 05:43 UTC