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Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso are intensifying efforts to secure a joint presidential ticket under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 elections. 
Their strategy reportedly involves mobilising northern political leaders to support their alliance, with a key proposal centered on a one-term presidency arrangement. Under this plan, Obi is expected to serve a single term if elected, after which power could rotate—an idea aimed at appealing to northern stakeholders and balancing regional interests. 
This move is also seen as a direct political challenge to Atiku Abubakar, who is also a major contender within the ADC coalition. Sources indicate that Kwankwaso is playing a leading role in rallying northern support away from Atiku, positioning the Obi–Kwankwaso alliance as a strong alternative within the party. 
The development highlights growing internal competition within the opposition coalition, even as leaders publicly push for unity under initiatives like the “Ibadan Declaration,” which promotes presenting a single candidate against the ruling party. 
In simple terms, while the opposition is trying to unite for 2027, there is already a quiet battle for who will lead that coalition and the Obi Kwankwaso alliance is making an early move to secure the upper hand, especially in the North.
