By Our Reporter
Six opposition political parties have begun consultations with presidential candidates as part of efforts to implement resolutions reached at the G100 Opposition Summit ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The consultations involved the national chairmen and secretaries of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Social Democratic Party (SDP), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).
The presidential candidates involved were former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the ADC, Governor Seyi Makinde of the APM, Peter Obi of the NDC, Prince Adewole Adebayo of the SDP, and Donald Duke of the PRP. The meetings took place at different times over the past two weeks.
According to a statement signed by Salihu Moh. Lukman on behalf of the coalition parties, the consultations seek to advance the G100 summit’s resolutions, which called for sustained dialogue, stronger cooperation, and a coordinated approach among opposition parties.
The statement said the resolutions also emphasized the need to defend multiparty democracy and protect Nigerians’ interests ahead of the 2027 elections. It described the consultations as a practical step toward building cooperation, identifying common ground, and advancing a shared democratic agenda.
It added that the discussions reflected the belief that Nigeria’s challenges required serious engagement across party lines, with political leaders expected to prioritize the country’s future, citizens’ welfare, and credible elections over narrow political interests.
The consultations are ongoing, with further engagements expected to build on the summit’s resolutions and the parties’ commitment to an organized opposition capable of working together in the national interest.
The coalition said Nigerians would be informed of substantive decisions and agreed-upon next steps as the deliberations progress.