Opposition leaders convene in Ibadan for unity summit chaired by former President Obasanjo
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Opposition political leaders are meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State, for a national summit focused on strengthening unity and coordination among political parties. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is listed as the chair of the meeting, which is themed "That We May Work Together for a United Opposition to Sustain Our Democracy." The summit, held at the Banquet Hall of the Oyo State Government House, is described by organizers as a strategic response to Nigeria's current socio-economic and security challenges. Leaders from the Peoples Democratic Party, African Democratic Congress, New Nigeria Peoples Party, and other political parties are in attendance. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have confirmed their arrival. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is hosting the event. The meeting is expected to focus on enhancing opposition cooperation and charting a coordinated political direction for future elections. Speakers include former chairman of the National Human Rights Commission Chidi Odinkalu, former member of the House of Representatives Usman Bugaje, former resident electoral commissioner Mike Igini, professor of political economy Pat Utomi, and security expert Kabir Adamu, who will discuss various national challenges. The African Democratic Congress alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress planned to disrupt the summit, an accusation for which the APC has not yet responded. Rotimi Amaechi, former Deputy Governor of Kano St
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