Why Opposition Parties May Struggle to Form an Alliance Ahead of the 2027 Elections

Oyeyemi Abiodun Stephen, a Redeemed Christian Church of God pastor in Bauchi, says personal ambitions are preventing Nigeria’s opposition figures from uniting ahead of the 2027 presidential election. He blamed Atiku Abubakar for derailing an opposition coalition and said an alliance led by Peter Obi could have a stronger chance of challenging President Bola Tinubu. Stephen urged political leaders to put national interests first and back a candidate prepared to fight corruption, ease economic hardship and create opportunities for young people. He also questioned the reported cost of debt servicing and the concentration of wealth, noting that many Nigerians have yet to feel an improvement in their living conditions.