By Mohammed Bello Doka
Former Kaduna State Governor and influential APC figure Nasir El-Rufai's recent meeting with ex-military Head of State Yakubu Gowon has sent ripples across the political landscape amidst swirling speculations about his next move in 2027.
El-Rufai's rendezvous with Gowon, a figure of historical significance, has raised eyebrows and triggered a wave of conjecture regarding his political trajectory in the run-up to the 2027 elections.
The timing of this meeting is particularly intriguing, as it comes on the heels of El-Rufai's series of engagements with leaders of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). His presence at Senator Abubakar Gada’s Abuja residence, alongside prominent SDP figures including Chairman Shehu Musa Gabam, has fueled rumors of an imminent defection from the APC.
Observers note that these developments underscore a shifting political landscape, with El-Rufai's actions serving as a barometer for potential realignments ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.
Notably, Daniel Bwala, a former Peoples Democratic Party stalwart, recently made headlines by alleging that El-Rufai, in concert with Labour Party's presidential hopeful Peter Obi, is contemplating a move to the SDP.
As pundits and political analysts dissect the implications of El-Rufai's interactions, the Nigerian political arena braces itself for what could be a seismic shift in allegiances and power dynamics in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.
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