Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has confirmed the formation of a coalition aimed at challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election cycle. Atiku made the revelation during a press conference held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre in Abuja.

The event, which brought together concerned leaders and political stakeholders in Nigeria, was convened to address the controversial declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu a couple of days ago. The Coalition led byAtiku, former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir elrufai, former secretary to the government of the federation, Babachair Lawal, and some leaders of the labour party

When asked whether the emerging coalition would serve as the major opposition against the APC in the upcoming elections, Atiku responded affirmatively, saying, “Yes.” His confirmation signaled a significant political realignment as opposition forces strategized to challenge the APC’s dominance in the next election cycle. While details of the coalition remained unclear, the move suggested intensified efforts by opposition leaders to present a united front against the ruling party. The coalition includes key figures from various political parties, with Atiku emphasizing the need for unity among opposition parties to effectively challenge the APC's dominance.

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has confirmed the formation of a coalition aimed at challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election cycle. Atiku made the revelation during a press conference held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre in Abuja.

The event, which brought together concerned leaders and political stakeholders in Nigeria, was convened to address the controversial declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu a couple of days ago. The Coalition led by Atiku, former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir elrufai, former secretary to the government of the federation, Babachair Lawal, and some leaders of the labour party. When asked whether the emerging coalition would serve as the major opposition against the APC in the upcoming elections, Atiku responded affirmatively, saying, “Yes.” His confirmation signaled a significant political realignment as opposition forces strategized to challenge the APC’s dominance in the next election cycle.
While details of the coalition remained unclear, the move suggested intensified efforts by opposition leaders to present a united front against the ruling party. The coalition includes key figures from various political parties, with Atiku emphasizing the need for unity among opposition parties to effectively challenge the APC's dominance.