OK Movement leadership meet Obasanjo as former president backs Obi, Kwankwaso

Leadership of the OK Movement, a support group for the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential and vice-presidential candidates, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Friday met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

This is coming amid reports that Obi and Kwankwaso are currently enjoying the support of Obasanjo as the much-anticipated election draws closer.

The OK Movement, in a post on its official X handle on Friday night, said its leadership “held a powerful and strategic meeting with Obasanjo” on June 12.

According to the post, the meeting reaffirmed “our shared commitment to a stronger, more united, and progressive Nigeria.”

“The wisdom, experience, and leadership perspectives shared during the meeting will further energize our efforts to build a movement that is people-centered, forward-looking, and dedicated to advancing the Nigerian cause.

“The OK Movement remains steadfast in its mission to mobilize, empower, and rally the new Nigerian movement towards greater unity, growth, and prosperity for all.”