• About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
Advertisement
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
No Result
View All Result

2027 Poll: El-Rufai Urge Atiku, Obi, Aregbesola to Join SDP

Emmanuel Ademola by Emmanuel Ademola
March 17, 2025
in Politics
Reading Time: 3 mins read
A A
0
2027 Poll: El-Rufai Urge Atiku, Obi, Aregbesola to Join SDP
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsappShare on EmailShare on Telegram

Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has pushed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and others to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and rejected the notion of a potential future merger.

On March 10, he resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), claiming that his principles did not fit with those

of the ruling party.

El-Rufai begged the lawmakers to join the SDP in order to overthrow President Bola Tinubu in 2027 in a recent

interview with BBC Hausa.

The presidency stated on Friday that Tinubu’s current priorities are improving the economic circumstances of all

Nigerians, not the general election in 2027.

In a statement posted on X on Friday, Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications stated,

“President Tinubu is not concerned about the next election. He is concerned about the prosperity he can provide for

Nigerians as a whole.

“He’s worried about how the reforms he has put in place will yield necessary impact. He is concerned about what

happens to the economy of this country eventually. That’s the focus. “ We’ve seen our foreign reserves go up. We’ve

seen inflation come down. We’ve seen our trade surplus go up and exports go up and imports drop.

“We’ve seen the investments that have been attracted – over 50 billion. We are seeing prices dropping.

“We have clear data, and you have a President that is clearly in the driver’s seat, and he has stayed the course of the decisions he has taken.

“And I think that the next election is not really in his view right now.

“It’s how to make sure that at the end of his first term, he can sit back and say, look, “I have impacted the lives of Nigerians. I have turned this economy around.”

You may also like: Don’t mistake Fubara’s simplicity for weakness – Rivers SSG Warns

However, El-Rufai, during the interview with the BBC, called on the trio of Obi, Abubakar and Aregbesola to form a

political alliance with him towards the 2027 elections.

“My wishes and prayers are for Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, Rauf, all opposition leaders to come and

join SDP, not to do a merger or to register a new political party,” he said.

“What pains me is that the government we supported and had confidence in would do well because we saw what

Tinubu did in Lagos despite his challenges,” he said.

“We all know about his issues in Chicago, but we thought if he could replicate his work in Lagos for Nigeria, let’s

support him. However, he failed.”

El-Rufai clarified that his presidential political ambition in 2027, would depend on the party and the will of the people.

“It is not for me to decide; it is the party and the people that will decide. Even when I was contesting for governor, it

was people that met and convinced (Muhammadu) Buhari, and he called me and asked me to contest,” he said.

Tags: AtikuEl RufaiObiSDP
Emmanuel Ademola

Emmanuel Ademola

Ademola Emmanuel Akadiri is a trained and registered journalist with expertise in political public relations, political branding, media relations, crisis communication, government and media relations. He currently holds a Master's Degree in Mass Communication.

Related Posts

Peter Obi Can Return to PDP Without Wike Obstruction – Jacob Mark
National

You’ve made terrible mistake defecting to APC – PDP tells lawmaker

5 hours ago
PDP Has No Chance in 2027, Says Former APC Treasurer
National

Edo APC to suspend commissioners not wearing cap with Tinubu insignia

1 day ago
Peter Obi, El-Rufai Granted Waiver Ahead 2027 Election
National

Anambra election: Soludo inducing voters with cash-for-votes — ADC

2 days ago
Peter Obi Can Return to PDP Without Wike Obstruction – Jacob Mark
National

Mbah and other defectors will return to PDP – Ogidi

6 days ago

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

NATIONS NEWS

2027: Other aspirants can contest against Tinubu for presidential ticket — APC
National

Without reducing cost of governance, reforms won’t succeed – Sanusi, Peterside tell FG

5 hours ago
Count me out of coalition defection rumour, I remain an APC member — Zulum
National

2027 election: APC is our party, Tinubu will win Borno – Zulum

5 hours ago
Edo Decides: Aisha Yesufu Slams Governor Obaseki for Crying Over Election Results
National

Obaseki not hiding, ready to face EFCC — Nehikhare

5 hours ago
Peter Obi Can Return to PDP Without Wike Obstruction – Jacob Mark
National

You’ve made terrible mistake defecting to APC – PDP tells lawmaker

5 hours ago
You’ll face consequences for suing party – Bode George tells Lamido
National

You’ll face consequences for suing party – Bode George tells Lamido

5 hours ago
National

Labour Party’s Nenadi Usman appointed as coalition reconciliation chairman

1 day ago

POLITICS

Peter Obi Can Return to PDP Without Wike Obstruction – Jacob Mark

You’ve made terrible mistake defecting to APC – PDP tells lawmaker

5 hours ago
PDP Has No Chance in 2027, Says Former APC Treasurer

Edo APC to suspend commissioners not wearing cap with Tinubu insignia

1 day ago
Peter Obi, El-Rufai Granted Waiver Ahead 2027 Election

Anambra election: Soludo inducing voters with cash-for-votes — ADC

2 days ago
Peter Obi Can Return to PDP Without Wike Obstruction – Jacob Mark

Mbah and other defectors will return to PDP – Ogidi

6 days ago
Peter Obi, El-Rufai Granted Waiver Ahead 2027 Election

Stop clamping down opposition over alleged coup plot – ADC tells FG

1 week ago
Some southeast politicians, businessmen prefer Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention — Iwuanyanwu

Some southeast politicians, businessmen prefer Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention — Iwuanyanwu

1 week ago

YOUR ECONOMY

APC National Chairman Yilwatda Pledges Tinubu-Style Leadership Through Teamwork and Bold Decision-Making
Economy

Economic hardship cause of human trafficking in Nigeria – APC National Chair, Yilwatda

1 day ago
Dangote Refinery Boosts Fuel Supply as Petrol Price in Nigeria Rises to ₦955 Per Litre
Economy

Fuel price drops as marketers resume loading at Dangote Refinery

1 week ago
Dangote Refinery Boosts Fuel Supply as Petrol Price in Nigeria Rises to ₦955 Per Litre
Economy

Dangote Refinery Boosts Fuel Supply as Petrol Price in Nigeria Rises to ₦955 Per Litre

2 weeks ago
Dangote Refinery Begins Distribution of Petrol Nationwide
Economy

We never imported bad fuel – Dangote Refinery

3 weeks ago
Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn
Economy

Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn

3 weeks ago
BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN Declares Nationwide Strike.
Economy

BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN calls off strike

4 weeks ago

E & P

WE ARE UPGRADING SPORTS FACILITIES, NOT TO CONVERT FOOTBALL PITCH – Albert Dede 
Sports

WE ARE UPGRADING SPORTS FACILITIES, NOT TO CONVERT FOOTBALL PITCH – Albert Dede 

by Steven Atogi
6 days ago
0

The principal of Baptist High Port Harcourt, Mr.Opuene Albert Dede has reiterated that the ongoing renovation in the school premises...

2026 World Cup qualifying play-offs: We are ready for Nigeria – Gabon coach

2026 World Cup qualifying play-offs: We are ready for Nigeria – Gabon coach

2 weeks ago
2026 World Cup playoffs: Super Eagles likely to play Gabon

2026 World Cup playoffs: Super Eagles likely to play Gabon

2 weeks ago
EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd

3 weeks ago
EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

4 weeks ago
Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

1 month ago

YOUR THOUGHT & HISTORY

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’
National

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’

by Steven Atogi
3 weeks ago
The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour
Opinion

The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour

by Odini Brains
1 month ago
HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE
Opinion

HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE

by Odini Brains
2 months ago
Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents
National

Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents

by Odini Brains
2 months ago
The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka
Columns

The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka

by Tammy Opoki
2 months ago

Who we are

Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history

Welcome to Umpire News, your go-to online newspaper dedicated to broadening perspectives and expanding the horizons of our numerous readers. Read more

Browse by Category

  • Columns
  • Economy
  • Editorial
  • Entertainment
  • International
  • National
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Trends

Recent News

2027: Other aspirants can contest against Tinubu for presidential ticket — APC

Without reducing cost of governance, reforms won’t succeed – Sanusi, Peterside tell FG

October 29, 2025
Count me out of coalition defection rumour, I remain an APC member — Zulum

2027 election: APC is our party, Tinubu will win Borno – Zulum

October 29, 2025
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • National
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.

🤑Join & Get Our Easter Gifts 🤑

Enter your NAME & Email NOW!!

Be among the 1st 100 lucky WINNERS to win our Amazing GIFTs this Easter Period as you READ our Daily hot NEWs & make meaningful comments and follow us on our social media handles.

Name
Enter your email address