On Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Nigeria, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Coalition (NDC), Peter Obi, announced former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election following his confirmation as the party’s flag bearer.
The announcement came shortly after Obi was officially adopted as the NDC’s presidential candidate ahead of the next general election. The decision completes the party’s presidential ticket as it begins preparations for the nationwide campaign.
Obi’s choice of Kwankwaso brings together two of Nigeria’s most prominent opposition politicians under the NDC platform. The development follows recent political realignments that saw both leaders leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and join the NDC.
Their move to the NDC came amid internal disagreements and legal disputes within the ADC, which contributed to uncertainty within the party. Following their exit, both politicians aligned with the NDC as part of efforts to strengthen the party ahead of the 2027 polls.
With Obi leading the presidential ticket and Kwankwaso occupying the vice-presidential position, the NDC is expected to focus on expanding its support base across different regions of the country. Political observers believe the partnership could play a major role in shaping the opposition landscape as parties intensify preparations for the election.
The announcement is one of the latest developments in the growing political activities ahead of 2027, as parties continue to unveil candidates and build alliances in pursuit of electoral success.
The Obi-Kwankwaso ticket is expected to attract attention across the country as the campaign season gathers momentum.