Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections, paid a private visit to the Abuja residence of Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress from Kano State.
The duo engaged in a closed-door meeting that lasted over an hour, with neither of them revealing the purpose of their discussion, describing it as a personal and private affair.
Sources close to both individuals suggest that Obi’s visit is part of a larger strategy to build relationships with influential political figures across Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections.
Zaura, who heads the AA Zaura Foundation International, was the APC candidate for the Kano Central Senatorial District in the 2023 elections and is a recognized figure in Kano’s political landscape.
The timing of their meeting may hint at efforts to promote unity among diverse political factions, given Zaura’s influence and Obi’s drive to create broader coalitions. While the specifics of their discussion remain private, the meeting has sparked speculation about potential collaborative efforts between the two leaders in the future.
Before their private meeting, Obi publicly praised Zaura for his notable leadership and philanthropic work, particularly through the AA Zaura Foundation International, which has played a significant role in alleviating poverty in Nigeria, focusing on the region he represents.
Obi commended Zaura’s commitment to transforming Nigerians’ minds from a consumption-oriented mindset to a production-focused one through his empowerment programs, highlighting the long-term benefits such initiatives could bring to the nation as a whole.
Zaura expressed his gratitude for Obi’s unwavering stance on national issues, specifically acknowledging his dedication to building a more prosperous and self-sufficient Nigeria.
