Aregbesola, Fayemi, Others Set To Join SDP As Peter Obi, Atiku Factions Join Alliance

In a significant development that could alter Nigeria's political landscape, several high-profile politicians are reportedly set to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP). According to sources, Rauf Aregbesola, the former Governor of Osun State, and Kayode Fayemi, the former Governor of Ekiti State, are among those in talks to join the SDP.

This move comes as Peter Obi's faction of the Labour Party (LP) and Atiku Abubakar's faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are said to be discussing a potential alliance ahead of the 2027 elections. The SDP is reportedly being considered as a possible platform for this alliance.

Other notable politicians, including former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami and former Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Adamu, are also rumored to be considering a move to the SDP. Additionally, some ex-Ministers from President Muhammadu Buhari's administration and discontented members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are said to be eyeing the SDP as well.

These developments suggest that the SDP is positioning itself as a major player in Nigeria's 2027 elections. With Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, having recently joined the SDP, the party is certainly gaining momentum.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, one thing is clear: the 2027 elections are shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and exciting in Nigeria's history. With major players like Aregbesola, Fayemi, and El-Rufai potentially joining the SDP, the party is poised to become a force to be reckoned with in the coming elections.