PHOTO NEWS: Atiku, Makinde, Mark, Aregbesola lead opposition summit in Ibadan

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for a united opposition in Nigeria, saying the move is necessary to defend and sustain the country’s democracy.

In a post on X on Saturday following the National Opposition Summit in Ibadan, Atiku said opposition leaders spoke “with one voice” on the need for unity driven by national interest.

“At today’s National Opposition Summit in Ibadan, Oyo State, we spoke with one voice, fearless, and unmistakable: the time has come to forge a united opposition, bound by purpose and driven by the sacred duty to defend and sustain our democracy,” he wrote.

He described the call for unity as “not a choice” but an obligation to Nigeria and future generations, stressing the need for a stronger political alternative.

“This is not a choice; it is an obligation we owe to Nigeria and to generations yet unborn,” he added.

Atiku also expressed appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, who hosted the event, commending him for providing the platform for the gathering.

“I extend my profound gratitude to our gracious Chief Host, Governor Seyi Makinde, and to the resilient and warm-hearted people of Oyo State for providing the ground upon which this historic resolve has been rekindled,” he said.

Other prominent opposition figures, including former Senate President David Mark and former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola, also attended the summit, which brought together key political stakeholders seeking greater coordination among opposition parties.