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G100 Concludes Initial Round of Consultations with Opposition Parties Ahead of 2027 Elections
ABUJA — The G100, a coalition of concerned Nigerians, has completed its first round of consultations with leaders from six opposition political parties, including Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso from the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), and Seyi Makinde’s Allied Peoples Movement (APM). This initiative aims to establish a unified opposition front in preparation for the 2027 general election.
In a statement released on Monday by Salihu Moh. Lukman, representing the G100, the coalition also reported discussions with the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), and the Social Democratic Party (SDP). The group characterized these engagements with national chairpersons, presidential candidates, and their running mates as open, constructive, and positive.
These consultations follow an open letter sent by the G100 on August 2, 2026, which outlined what the organization refers to as the “Doctrine of Necessary Democratic Opposition.”
“We have deliberately kept these consultations away from media attention to recognize the sensitivity of many discussions and to allow party leaders to engage candidly,” the statement read. “At this stage, protecting the integrity of the process is more important than publicizing every meeting.”
According to the G100, the recent engagements have underscored a mutual understanding among the parties regarding the need for closer collaboration in the lead-up to the 2027 elections. Leaders acknowledged that establishing a credible and effective opposition will demand sacrifice, compromise, and a commitment to prioritize national interests over individual or partisan agendas.
In addition, the G100 announced plans for a Summit of Opposition Parties scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in Abuja. This summit aims to provide a structured platform for parties to begin discussions on achieving greater unity among opposition entities.
“The G100 does not intend to dictate the outcome of these conversations. Our role is to facilitate dialogue, build confidence, and create an environment where participating political parties can openly address issues of cooperation, sacrifice, and collective action,” the statement noted.
The group emphasized that any framework that arises from this process must recognize the legitimate interests of all parties while ensuring that the interests of the Nigerian populace remain paramount.
Furthermore, the central premise of the Doctrine of Necessary Democratic Opposition is that Nigeria’s democracy is strengthened when citizens have a credible alternative capable of effectively competing for their support. Fragmentation among those seeking to provide such alternatives ultimately detracts from both the opposition and the Nigerian people.
“The consultations of the past week represent only the beginning. The task ahead will necessitate patience, courage, and, most importantly, sacrifice. The G100 remains committed to facilitating the unification of Nigeria’s principal opposition parties and leaders in good faith and in the overarching interest of Nigeria and its democracy,” the statement concluded.
