By Dapo Akinrefon
Following a closed-door assembly between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the 2023 Labour Occasion, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Sunday, Vanguard has realized that the 2 leaders mentioned the state of the nation and the way to rescue the nation, amongst others.
Although particulars of the discussions between Obasanjo and Obi are unknown, Vanguard gathered it was a part of widening consultations, forward of the 2027 normal elections.
Mr Obi, who disclosed the go to on his X deal with put up, stated he was accompanied by the spokesman of the Labour Occasion presidential marketing campaign council, Yunusa Tanko, the occasion’s 2023 Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, and Segun Adebanjo.
What Obasanjo, Obi stated at parley —Tanko
Giving insights on the assembly, the Nationwide Coordinator of Obidient Motion, Dr Yunusa Tanko, who spoke, stated it was a gathering of like minds which centered across the state of the nation.
He stated: “First, it was a gathering of like minds. Keep in mind Mr Peter Obi served beneath the management of Chief Obasanjo at a cut-off date, so, there was want for the 2 of them to sit down and talk about the way to rescue the nation.
‘’It was additionally a must make individuals realise that their rights are of their energy of votes. These are primary points on the state of the nation. These are the issues and points mentioned.”
When requested whether or not the previous Anambra State governor mentioned his intention to run for president in 2027, Tanko stated: “That could be a public declaration. When the time comes, all people might be knowledgeable accordingly.”
Obasanjo retains mum
Efforts to achieve the previous President, nevertheless, proved abortive as considered one of his aides stated: “It was a closed door assembly. You’ll be able to name the Peter Obi individuals to provide you extra particulars.”
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