2027: Aregbesola, Kwankwaso holds closed-door meeting in Lagos

In what appears to be a significant political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso recently held a closed-door meeting in Lagos.

A political insider described the meeting as a “marathon session” focused on strategic discussions for the next electoral cycle. However, specific details of their discussions remain undisclosed.

Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), is currently entangled in a leadership crisis within his party, with a faction claiming to have suspended him. This has raised concerns about his political future and the NNPP’s stability ahead of 2027.

On the other hand, Aregbesola, a former Osun State governor and longtime ally of President Bola Tinubu, was recently expelled from the All Progressives Congress (APC) over allegations of anti-party activities. His political direction remains uncertain, leading to speculation about potential new alliances.

The meeting between these two influential figures has fueled speculation about possible political realignments, with analysts suggesting it could mark the beginning of a new strategy that may reshape Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of 2027.

So far, neither Aregbesola nor Kwankwaso has issued an official statement regarding the meeting. Efforts to reach their aides for comments were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.