Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday met with leaders of the Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement as part of ongoing efforts aimed at fostering national unity and advancing a people-oriented political agenda ahead of future political engagements.
The meeting, disclosed by a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and member of the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, Ladipo Johnson, was described as strategic and focused on strengthening the movement’s vision for a united and progressive Nigeria.
Johnson, in a statement issued after the meeting, said the discussions with Obasanjo reaffirmed a shared commitment to building a stronger nation and promoting the welfare of Nigerians.
According to him, the former president shared valuable insights drawn from his years of leadership and public service, which would help energise the movement’s activities and objectives.
“The OK Movement today held a powerful and strategic meeting with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, reaffirming our shared commitment to a stronger, more united, and progressive Nigeria,” Johnson said.
He added that the wisdom, experience and leadership perspectives provided by Obasanjo would further strengthen the movement’s resolve to pursue a people-centred agenda focused on national development.
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Johnson noted that the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement remains committed to mobilising Nigerians, particularly supporters of what he described as the new Nigerian movement, towards greater unity, growth and prosperity.
“The wisdom, experience, and leadership perspectives shared during the meeting will further energise our efforts to build a movement that is people-centred, forward-looking, and dedicated to advancing the Nigerian cause,” he stated.
The NDC chieftain stressed that the movement would continue to work towards empowering citizens and promoting inclusive development across the country.
He expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, reiterating the movement’s slogan: “Nigeria will be OK.”
The meeting comes amid growing political realignments and consultations among opposition figures and stakeholders seeking to shape the country’s political landscape ahead of future elections.
While details of the discussions were not disclosed, the engagement underscores the increasing collaboration among leaders associated with the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement and other prominent national figures.
