Nigeria, July 26 -- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is intensifying efforts to reposition itself ahead of the 2027 general elections, with party elders confirming ongoing talks with Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), and other aggrieved former members.

Speaking on Friday on Focus Nigeria, a political programme aired on African Independent Television (AIT), former Minister of Information and founding member of the PDP, Jerry Gana, said the PDP was actively reaching out to former members and influential politicians in the South as it prepares for a potential zoning of its 2027 presidential ticket.

"Yes, why not?" Mr Gana responded when asked if Mr Obi was being courted. "He was our member. In fact, if ...