Reactions Trail As Dele Farotimi Responds To The Possibility Of An Atiku-Obi Presidential Ticket

Reactions Trail As Dele Farotimi Responds To The Possibility Of An Atiku-Obi Presidential Ticket

Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has reacted to rising speculation about the possibility of a joint 2027 presidential ticket between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi. The conversation was sparked by a question from a concerned Nigerian on X, who asked Farotimi for his opinion on whether such a partnership could help steer the country toward unity, stability and effective leadership.

The user highlighted public concerns over the nation’s direction and suggested that an Atiku–Obi ticket could symbolize healing for the country. However, responding through his official X handle, Farotimi firmly d

ismissed the idea. He stated that he did not believe Peter Obi would agree to team up with Atiku Abubakar, insisting that such a move would not align with Obi’s principles.

Farotimi wrote that the suggestion should be discarded entirely, making it clear that he viewed the idea as both unlikely and undesirable. His response attracted a wave of reactions online, further fuelling debate on the political future of both men and the broader possibilities for alliances ahead of 2027

With the next general election still years away, discussions about possible political alignments continue to gain traction as Nigerians weigh their hopes against the realities of the political landscape