The Anambra State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has publicly called on Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return to the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

Obi, who served as Atiku Abubakar’s running mate under the PDP in the 2019 general election, left the party for the Labour Party in the buildup to the 2023 polls.

In a communiqué signed by the Anambra PDP Chairman, Chidi Chidebe, the party appealed to Obi and other former members to “return home” and join efforts to build a stronger opposition.

“The committee extends an open invitation to all aggrieved and former members of the PDP in Anambra, particularly our revered former governor, Mr Peter Obi, to return home and reunite with the now rejuvenated and restructured PDP,” the statement read.

“We will gladly welcome our brothers and sisters back to join us in the collective quest for a better Nigeria.”

The PDP further cautioned that forming a broad coalition ahead of 2027 might not yield the desired results.

Meanwhile, discussions are ongoing among key opposition figures including Obi, Atiku Abubakar, and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, to form a united front against President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Speaking in a TV interview, Atiku’s spokesman, Paul Ibe, confirmed the talks.

“You and I know that there have been ongoing discussions between Atiku Abubakar and some opposition leaders: Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai,” Ibe said.

“That ticket was viable in 2019, and it’s still viable today. But it is left to the individuals to come to a determination as to how they proceed.”

El-Rufai, who recently exited the APC, has aligned with the Social Democratic Party (SDP), a platform many believe may host the new coalition.