El-Rufai Meets Aregbesola, Adewole Adebayo Over Proposed Political Coalition

El-Rufai Meets Aregbesola, Adewole Adebayo Over Proposed Political CoalitionIn a significant political development, former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has held a high-level meeting with former Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo. The meeting, which took place in Abuja, is believed to be centered around the formation of a strategic political coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Sources close to the meeting revealed that the trio discussed the prospects of forming a broad-based alliance that would serve as a credible alternative to the current political structures. The coalition aims to unite progressive-minded leaders across party lines with a shared vision for national development, good governance, and inclusive leadership.Mallam El-Rufai, known for his technocratic approach to governance and bold political moves, is said to be spearheading talks with like-minded leaders to chart a new course for Nigeria. His meeting with Aregbesola—a strong grassroots mobilizer and political strategist within the progressive bloc—and Adewole Adebayo, who emerged as a respected voice during the 2023 elections, signals a growing momentum towards realignment within the political landscape.Prince Adewole Adebayo, a prominent lawyer and advocate for constitutional democracy, has consistently emphasized the need for value-driven politics and citizen-focused governance. His participation in the meeting adds weight to the credibility and intellectual direction of the proposed coalition.While details of the coalition’s framework remain under wraps, insiders hinted that the alliance would prioritize issues such as national unity, security, economic diversification, youth inclusion, and social justice. The coalition also seeks to harness the strengths of its members to provide Nigerians with a viable alternative that transcends ethnic, religious, and partisan divides.Political analysts have begun speculating on the implications of this alignment, noting that it could significantly alter the dynamics of upcoming elections and pose a formidable challenge to the dominance of the major political parties.As consultations continue, Nigerians are watching closely, eager to see whether this emerging coalition will birth a transformative political movement capable of delivering on the hopes of a better Nigeria.