The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has expressed readiness to join a broad political coalition with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s Peter Obi to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, as reported by PUNCH. The party has maintained its support for coalition talks since the conclusion of the 2023 elections. It believes that aligning with like-minded leaders is necessary to offer Nigerians a credible alternative and promote good governance. NNPP sees the potential alliance with Atiku and Obi as a strategic step toward building a strong opposition capable of defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress. The party is currently holding quiet discussions with various political groups, including the Peoples Democratic Party and the Labour Party, and plans to make its position public in the coming months.
While open to collaboration, the NNPP insists that any coalition must preserve its identity. The party does not support mergers that would cause it to lose its name, structure, or values. It aims to remain an independent political force within any united front formed ahead of 2027. As part of its preparations, the NNPP is set to begin a public review of President Tinubu’s performance after two years in office. This assessment will highlight areas where the current administration has failed to deliver on its promises, reinforcing the party’s argument for change.