2027: G100 Consults Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Six Opposition Parties Over Unity Plan

ABUJA — A coalition of concerned Nigerians known as the G100 has begun moves to unite Nigeria’s major opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, following consultations with leaders of six political parties.

The group said it had completed an initial round of discussions with opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso and leaders of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and Social Democratic Party (SDP).

In a statement issued on Monday by Salihu Moh. Lukman on behalf of the G100, the coalition described its meetings with party chairmen, presidential candidates and running mates as “frank, constructive and encouraging”.

The consultations followed an open letter released by the group on August 2, 2026, addressed to opposition leaders, civil society groups, leaders of thought and Nigerians of good conscience. The letter outlined what the G100 called the “Doctrine of Necessary Democratic Opposition”, which argues for a stronger and more coordinated opposition ahead of 2027.

The coalition said it intentionally kept the meetings away from the media to allow political leaders to discuss sensitive issues without pressure from public commentary. It said protecting the integrity of the consultations was more important at this stage than publicising individual meetings.

According to the G100, the discussions showed growing recognition among opposition parties that greater cooperation would be necessary to mount a credible challenge in 2027. However, the group acknowledged that achieving such unity would require compromise, sacrifice and a willingness by political actors to put national interests ahead of personal and partisan ambitions.

As the next step, the G100 announced plans for a Summit of Opposition Parties in Abuja on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The summit is expected to provide a platform for participating parties to begin discussions on possible structures and terms for closer cooperation.

The coalition stressed that it would not dictate the outcome of the process but would instead facilitate dialogue and help build trust among the parties. It said any agreement reached must protect the legitimate interests of participating parties while placing the interests of Nigerians at the centre of the process.

The G100 maintained that a healthy democracy requires voters to have a credible alternative capable of effectively competing for their mandate. It warned that continued fragmentation among opposition parties could weaken their ability to provide such an alternative. The group said its unity effort was only beginning and would require patience, courage and sustained commitment from political leaders.