Why Datti Baba-Ahmed Says the North May Reject an Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, Peter Obi’s former running mate in 2023, once urged Obi to seek a coalition with Rabiu Kwankwaso and Nasir El-Rufai for 2027. In a recent interview, he explained why that pairing now seems unlikely to win broad Northern support. He pointed to differences in age, political experience, regional influence and temperament as major hurdles. He also criticised Obi’s departure from the Labour Party, arguing that internal disputes should have been resolved instead. His personal views have sparked lively debate among opposition figures exploring new alliances. Do you think an Obi-Kwankwaso ticket can work, or are these challenges insurmountable? Share your thoughts.

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