A coalition of Nigerian opposition parties gathered in Abuja on August 31, 2026, to strategize against President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. The summit, organized by the G-100 pressure group, took place at the Shehu Musa Yar'Adua Centre and was attended by representatives from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).

The G-100, led by former Director-General of the Progressives Governors Forum, Salihu Lukman, emphasized the necessity for a united front among opposition parties. Lukman has consistently warned that a fragmented opposition stands little chance against a well-resourced ruling party like the APC. He stated that the summit was a response to what he termed a historic opportunity for the opposition to present a credible alternative to voters.

The SDP confirmed its participation, with National Publicity Secretary Rufus Aiyenigba announcing that both the party's leadership and presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, would be present at the summit. The PRP also affirmed its attendance, with National Publicity Secretary Bello Ishaq indicating their commitment to the coalition efforts.

In stark contrast, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejected the summit, declaring it irrelevant without their involvement. Jungudo Mohammed, spokesman for the PDP's National Caretaker Committee, stated that the party was unaware of the gathering and had no plans to engage in any external alliance discussions. He asserted, "Any opposition discussion where the PDP is not party to is dead on arrival."

G-100's statement ahead of the summit highlighted the dangers of a divided opposition, arguing that past elections have shown how such fragmentation can inadvertently benefit incumbents. The group urged political parties to find common ground while maintaining their distinct identities and ambitions. They stressed that cooperation should be prioritized to avoid repeating past mistakes that have weakened opposition efforts.

The summit aimed to initiate practical mechanisms for dialogue and coordination among opposition parties, steering clear of dominance contests that could undermine unity. G-100's approach seeks to foster collaboration rather than competition, recognizing that a united opposition could enhance their chances in the upcoming elections.

Efforts to confirm the positions of the African Democratic Congress and the Nigeria Democratic Congress regarding their attendance were unsuccessful at the time of reporting. As the political landscape evolves, the effectiveness of this coalition will be closely watched as Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential elections.