Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have launched a grassroots fundraising campaign aimed at raising ₦60 million to purchase a joint presidential nomination form, as discussions intensify over a possible consensus ticket under the Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general election.
The fundraising initiative was announced at the NDC Aspirants’ Summit in Abuja, where supporters of both political blocs signalled a new phase of cooperation built around financial mobilisation, political alignment, and early strategic planning. The effort is being presented not just as a campaign contribution, but as a symbolic show of unity and political determination to back a joint opposition platform.
According to the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the ₦60 million target represents a collective commitment from supporters who believe that a combined Obi-Kwankwaso ticket could reshape Nigeria’s political direction. He explained that contributions are being mobilised from supporters across the country and in the diaspora, reflecting what he described as a “people-powered political project.”
Tanko said the idea of pooling resources for a single nomination form is meant to demonstrate seriousness, discipline, and shared ownership of the emerging coalition. He added that the initiative responds to growing public demand for a credible alternative capable of addressing Nigeria’s economic and governance challenges.
Although neither Obi nor Kwankwaso has formally declared an intention to contest the 2027 presidency, the increasing coordination between their support bases is already reshaping conversations within opposition circles. Political observers say the fundraising drive is an early indicator of efforts to avoid the vote-splitting dynamics that weakened opposition performance in 2023.
Speaking at the summit on behalf of Obi, former Inter-Party Advisory Council Chairman, Chief Peter Ameh, urged aspirants under the NDC platform to prioritise integrity and national interest over personal ambition. He warned that any political alliance driven by money or opportunism would struggle to earn public trust.
Ameh also criticised post-election defections, describing them as a major setback for democratic accountability. According to him, voters deserve consistency and ideological clarity from those who seek public office.
On the Kwankwasiyya side, Coordinator of the Kwankwaso National Network, Moshood Shittu, argued that Nigeria’s core challenge remains leadership failure rather than lack of resources. He maintained that citizens continue to show resilience despite economic hardship, but require leaders who are transparent, disciplined, and committed to public service.
The summit also revealed internal efforts within the NDC to reassure members about the integrity of its candidate selection process. National Secretary of the party, Ikenna Enekweizu, dismissed rumours of predetermined candidates, insisting that all aspirants would have equal access to the process through either consensus or primary elections.
He further announced incentives aimed at widening participation, including reduced nomination fees for women, youths, and persons with disabilities.
Meanwhile, veteran politician Buba Galadima cautioned that poorly managed primaries could undermine the emerging opposition cooperation. He warned that violent or disputed internal elections have historically produced legal battles and divisions that weaken parties ahead of general elections.
As fundraising efforts gather momentum and discussions over a joint ticket continue, political analysts say the ₦60 million mobilisation drive may be the first major test of whether the Obi-Kwankwaso alliance can move from political talk to structured electoral strategy—or risk fading into another unrealised opposition coalition experiment.
Obidient–Kwankwasiyya Rally ₦60m Drive for Joint 2027 Presidential Form
