Some opposition political elements in Nigeria have taken a big step toward coalition-building ahead of the 2027 general elections, announcing plans to field a single presidential candidate.

The resolution was reached on Saturday during a National Opposition Summit held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where leaders from multiple parties converged to strategize on a unified electoral front.

Speaking at the summit, factional National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki, disclosed that the agreement was reached between the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a PDP faction reportedly backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde.

Turaki, who spoke on behalf of the opposition bloc, said the move is aimed at strengthening the chances of unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) by avoiding a fragmented vote.

In addition to the coalition plan, opposition leaders also called for the resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan. They alleged that he is not fit to oversee the 2027 elections, citing claims of partisan alignment with the ruling party.

The summit marks one of the earliest coordinated efforts by opposition groups to consolidate their positions ahead of the next general election cycle.

The event hosted by Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde also had former president Olusegun Obasanjo in attendance. Others included former vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and several others.