Obi Taps Jonathan to Discuss State of the Nation in Abuja

The political landscape in Nigeria is buzzing after the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, held a private, closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, was confirmed by Obi himself in a post on his official X handle.

In his post, Obi referred to Jonathan as his “very dear elder brother, statesman, and leader,” underscoring the respect and importance he places on the former president’s counsel. According to Obi, the two had a “fruitful closed-door meeting” where they discussed a wide range of issues concerning “the state of our dear nation.”

The meeting, coming amidst intensifying conversations about Nigeria’s political direction and the performance of the current administration, is the latest in Obi’s series of consultations with key political figures across the country. Since the conclusion of the 2023 elections, Obi has continued to engage with various stakeholders, positioning himself as a central figure in the ongoing political discourse.

While the specifics of the discussions remain confidential, analysts believe the meeting is a strategic move, reflecting a push for potential political realignments and a concerted effort to chart a new course for the opposition ahead of future elections.