In a major political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has disclosed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakarand former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi are in talks to join the SDP.
Adebayo made this known during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday, April 6, 2025. According to him, several high-profile politicians, including Atiku and Obi, are considering the SDP as their new political platform as momentum builds towards the 2027 polls.
This revelation follows the recent defection of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the SDP, signaling a possible realignment of Nigeria’s political landscape.
“People are joining my party, and we are welcoming them,” Adebayo said. “You’ve seen how active I’ve been in receiving them. The only issue is helping them adapt to a system where rules and accountability matter.”
When asked specifically about the involvement of Peter Obi, Adebayo noted that discussions are ongoing.
“Until someone officially joins, we can’t say for certain. But I’ve been informed by reliable sources, including our Financial Secretary, that talks are in progress,” he said.
He also mentioned that the SDP maintains a strict internal structure based on fairness and transparency. “We conduct our affairs without court cases or controversies. Our 2022 national convention is a clear example of our integrity,” Adebayo added.
“If we stick to our values and offer Nigerians a credible alternative, we will defeat the APC and send President Bola Tinubu into retirement, whether in Lagos or anywhere else he chooses,” he declared.
