2027 Shockwaves: Labour Party Chairman Visits Wike — Nigerians React, Say “The Game Has Just Begun”

According to a NewsVista reporter, the political atmosphere ahead of the 2027 general elections is heating up as Labour Party (LP) National Chairman, Julius Abure, paid a surprise visit to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in Abuja.

The visit, which took place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, has triggered widespread speculation and mixed reactions from Nigerians on social media. Many believe it signals a deeper political realignment within the opposition.

Interestingly, this development comes just days after Abure’s faction of the Labour Party reportedly issued an ultimatum to Peter Obi to resign, following his appearance at the coalition event where the ADC (African Democratic Congress) was adopted as a new platform to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027.

Some social media users voiced suspicion, saying both Abure and Wike may be playing for the ruling side:

@Abdoull_MH: “Abure and Damagun are both working for Wike. We know their plans — they won’t succeed.”
@IgweUwadiogbu: “Why is an LP leader visiting a PDP man serving in an APC government? Very interesting.”
@Naija_PR: “So many shifts and realignments.”

Others were more blunt:

@VeshSa: “They’ve both been rendered useless by the coalition.”
@AbureJulius: “Small people will always remain small.”

Meanwhile, Peter Obi has clarified his stance amid the coalition drama. He stated clearly that he remains in the Labour Party, despite his involvement in the broader opposition coalition. He reaffirmed his intention to run in the 2027 elections, insisting that his presence at the ADC adoption was part of a larger plan to unseat the ruling government, not an exit from LP.

As the dust settles, one thing is clear: the 2027 race has officially begun — and the alliances forming now may reshape Nigeria’s political landscape.