2027: Kwankwasiyya, Obidient Movements hold strategic meeting in Abuja

Leaders of the Kwankwasiyya and Obidient political movements on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting in Abuja, signalling renewed political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The meeting, which lasted about three hours, took place at the national headquarters of the Obidient Movement following a solidarity visit by a Kwankwasiyya delegation.

Although details of the discussions were not made public, key participants included Moses Paul, a former AMAC chairmanship candidate under the African Democratic Congress, and activist Aisha Yesufu.

Speaking after the meeting, Kwankwasiyya National Coordinator, Habeeb Mohammed, called for unity among political and civic groups, stressing the need for collective action to address Nigeria’s challenges.

“It is time for everybody to stand and project Nigeria to become the country of our dreams. We need to nurture that dream and ensure it doesn’t die,” he said.

Mohammed emphasised the importance of cooperation between movements, adding that collaboration would extend to other support groups such as the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement.

He urged Nigerians to rise above ethnic and religious divisions, describing national unity as essential for progress, while also encouraging young people to take active roles in politics and civic engagement.

Responding, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, said Nigeria’s greatest strength lies in its human capital, particularly the creativity and resilience of its citizens.

“Let us mobilise, not demobilise. I am calling for renewed patriotism and productive citizen participation,” he said.

Tanko also called for respect among political actors and supporters, urging restraint in public discourse and encouraging cooperation across different political platforms.

“Don’t insult anybody. All leaders are important in this struggle. Nigeria needs everyone,” he added.

He further stressed the need for sustained collaboration across political and civic groups to achieve meaningful national development.

The Abuja meeting comes less than 24 hours after former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, held a separate closed-door meeting with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde in Ibadan as part of wider consultations ahead of the 2027 elections.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, has recently intensified engagements with political leaders and stakeholders across the country, accompanied at recent meetings by political associates and regional leaders.

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