Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), a new political party, ahead of the 2027 general elections. This development was reported by multiple Nigerian media outlets on May 4, 2026.
The NDC, which was recently registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is positioning itself as a major opposition platform. Obi, who was the Labour Party candidate in the 2023 presidential election, and Kwankwaso, who ran under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), are expected to bring significant political experience and support bases to the new party.
Political analysts note that the merger of these two prominent figures could reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections. However, the specific roles they will play within the NDC and the party's full agenda have not yet been officially detailed.
This move comes after months of speculation about a possible opposition coalition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next general election cycle.
