A coalition of opposition political parties and stakeholders operating under the G-100 platform is scheduled to hold a summit in Abuja on August 18, 2026, as part of efforts to build stronger cooperation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The meeting follows a series of consultations involving G-100 representatives and leaders of six opposition parties: the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Allied Peoples Movement (APM), National Democratic Congress (NDC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and Social Democratic Party (SDP).
In a statement issued on Monday and signed by Salihu Lukman on behalf of the G-100, the group said the discussions had created a foundation for deeper engagement on how the opposition could work together to present what it described as a credible alternative to Nigerians in 2027.
According to the statement, titled “G100: Consultations with opposition leaders set stage for unity summit,” the talks involved national chairmen, presidential candidates and running mates of the participating parties.
The group said the consultations were intentionally held away from public attention to allow political leaders to discuss sensitive issues frankly and constructively without the pressure of media scrutiny.
G-100 said a broad consensus emerged from the meetings on the need for opposition parties to overcome their differences and establish a more coordinated political front ahead of the next general elections.
However, the group acknowledged that meaningful unity would require concessions from parties and their leaders. It said participants recognised that an effective opposition could only be built through sacrifice, compromise and a willingness to place national interest above narrow partisan or personal ambitions.
The August 18 summit is expected to focus on the modalities for greater political cooperation, including possible alliances and a framework for collective action.
G-100 stressed that it would not dictate the outcome of the discussions, but would instead facilitate dialogue, build confidence and create conditions for parties to examine difficult questions such as cooperation, accommodation, power-sharing and other coalition arrangements.
The group added that any agreement reached must balance the legitimate interests of the participating political organisations with the broader interests of Nigerians.
The summit is also expected to draw from the Ibadan Declaration, particularly its call for the opposition to explore a credible pathway toward presenting a single candidate in the 2027 presidential election.
G-100 said preparations for the meeting were already underway and promised that the process would be deliberate, inclusive and based on mutual respect, arguing that sustainable political cooperation cannot be imposed on parties.
The initiative comes amid increasing efforts by opposition politicians to build a broad coalition ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.
With several parties and prominent figures already positioning for the election, questions surrounding alliances, consensus candidates, power-sharing arrangements and the structure of any coalition have become central issues in opposition politics.
G-100 warned that a fragmented opposition could struggle to mount an effective electoral challenge, regardless of the strength of individual parties or candidates.
