Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, engaged in high-profile political meetings on Friday, visiting former Niger State Governor Babangida Aliyu and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai at their respective residences in Abuja.
The first meeting took place at Aliyu's home, followed hours later by Obi's visit to El-Rufai, who is currently a chieftain of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
These strategic engagements come at a significant time in Nigeria's political landscape, as rumors circulate about the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) allegedly making efforts to bring Obi back into their fold.
Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election under the Labour Party banner, is currently a member of the opposition coalition. However, he has not officially decamped to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), despite ongoing speculation about his political future.
The timing of these meetings has sparked interest among political observers, especially considering El-Rufai's recent affiliation with the SDP and Aliyu's standing as a prominent northern political figure.
In recent weeks, Obi has maintained an active public profile, including making a N20 million donation to the University of Calabar's Faculty of Dentistry and dismissing threats regarding his visits to Edo State.
Political analysts suggest these meetings could signal potential realignments within Nigeria's opposition landscape ahead of future electoral contests, though no official statements have been released regarding the specific topics discussed during either meeting.
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