The joint presidential campaign of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) is facing considerable opposition from influential northern political figures and segments of the electorate. Key northern leaders have expressed skepticism regarding the NDC ticket, citing a lack of trust, insufficient party infrastructure in the region, and concerns about Obi's positions on various national issues. Prominent voices, including the President of the Arewa Youth Consultative Council, have criticized Obi's appeal among northern voters, while also questioning Kwankwaso's political consistency. Despite these challenges, some NDC representatives in states such as Borno and Jigawa report an increase in support, attributing it to widespread dissatisfaction with the current economic climate, although overcoming the entrenched resistance in the North remains a significant obstacle for the coalition as they approach the 2027 election.
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