The federal government has dismissed concerns over a potential alliance between Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party had hinted about a possible alliance between himself and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.
Atiku recently hinted at a possible alliance between himself and Obi following a visit from the Labour party 2023 presidential candidate, fueling speculation about an opposition alliance.
Reacting to the rumors, Minister of Information Mohammed Idris stated that the government is not worried about the potential merger.
He emphasized that the administration is focused on fulfilling the mandate given to President Bola Tinubu, highlighting several ongoing projects as evidence of the government’s commitment.
Idris stated, “The government is not thinking about them at all. We are focused on delivering on the mandate handed over to President Bola Tinubu. With the good works the government is doing, he is already the toast of Nigerians.
“So, they will continue to support him. Just a few days ago, the Federal Government inaugurated three critical gas infrastructure projects in Imo and Delta states to drive the country’s gas sector. The projects are the ANOH-OB3 CTMS gas pipeline and ANOH gas processing plant in Assa, Ohaji/Egbema in Imo State.
“The President also inaugurated the expansion of the AHL gas processing plant 2 gas project in Kwale, Delta State. The social security programme is ongoing. The Compressed Natural Gas project is there as well. Dry farming initiatives have taken root, and so many other projects that will benefit Nigerians are either ongoing or in the pipeline.
“Tell me, how will the meeting of those two men be an issue? No, we are not worried at all. The government of President Tinubu is focused and not disturbed,” he added.
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