Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Rotimi Amaechi, and Peter Obi converged in Ibadan for a high-level summit of opposition political leaders convened by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.
They joined a powerful gathering of political figures in the city, including former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola.
The summit, held in Ibadan, attracted a wide range of opposition stakeholders from different parts of Nigeria.
Deliberations are to focus on urgent national concerns, evolving political alignments, and strategic planning ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Also present were David Mark, Professor Jerry Gana, factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Saminu Turaki, and political strategist Pat Utomi.
Their presence highlighted the scale of engagement across different opposition blocs.
The meeting has heightened political interest nationwide, with analysts closely watching it for signals of possible coalition-building among opposition parties and leaders.
Security has been reinforced across major parts of Ibadan as the summit continues, reflecting the calibre of attendees and the sensitivity of the talks.
Political analysts noted that the convergence could mark an early but notable move toward building a more unified opposition front ahead of the 2027 elections, as key figures assess alliances and explore shared political goals.
Meanwhile, outcomes from the summit are expected to influence ongoing debates on leadership direction, party strategy, and the wider reshaping of opposition politics as Nigeria gradually approaches another major electoral season.
