“I Begged Kwankwaso to Be Peter Obi’s Running Mate” – Aisha Yesufu Reveals
Prominent activist and political advocate, Aisha Yesufu, has disclosed that she personally appealed to former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to accept the position of running mate to Peter Obi several years ago.
Yesufu made the revelation on Wednesday in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), where she expressed satisfaction over the growing political alignment between Obi and Kwankwaso ahead of future political contests.
According to her, the possibility of both politicians working together is something she had advocated for long before now.
“Some things in life take longer than they should. Like the saying goes, better late than never,” Yesufu wrote.
She added:
“Four years ago I literally begged Kwankwaso to be Peter Obi’s running mate. Now that it is happening, you think I am going to be distracted? No way. Let’s get it done.”
The statement has generated significant reactions online, particularly among supporters of both political leaders, many of whom have long argued that a coalition involving Obi and Kwankwaso could reshape Nigeria’s opposition landscape.
A Longtime Supporter of Peter Obi
Aisha Yesufu has remained one of the most vocal public supporters of Peter Obi since the 2023 presidential election.
Beyond social media advocacy, she was actively involved in mobilizing support for Obi’s campaign and has consistently defended his policies and political positions in public debates and media appearances.
The activist, who gained national prominence during the #BringBackOurGirls campaign, became one of the leading voices of the Obidient Movement, a political movement that emerged around Peter Obi’s presidential bid.
Over the years, Yesufu has repeatedly called for greater political participation by Nigerians and has urged opposition figures to unite around common goals aimed at strengthening democratic governance.
Mixed Reactions Online
Following her latest remarks, social media users expressed differing views.
While some supporters welcomed the prospect of closer collaboration between Obi and Kwankwaso, describing it as a potentially formidable political alliance, others argued that any future coalition should be driven by clear policy objectives rather than personalities.
Political observers note that discussions about opposition unity have intensified in recent months as preparations gradually begin for future electoral contests.
However, neither Peter Obi nor Rabiu Kwankwaso has publicly commented on Yesufu’s latest statement as of the time of filing this report.
Looking Ahead
The revelation underscores ongoing conversations within opposition circles about possible partnerships capable of challenging established political structures in future elections.
Whether such an alliance eventually materializes remains to be seen, but Yesufu’s comments have once again drawn attention to the strategic importance many supporters attach to cooperation among major opposition figures.
This report is based on statements publicly made by Aisha Yesufu on her verified social media account. Political discussions and coalition talks remain subject to official confirmation by the individuals and parties involved.
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