Bashir El-Rufai, son of erstwhile governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said that Peter Obi poses a serious challenge to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
According to him, the force of Peter Obi’s numbers and cult like followership posed serious challenge to Atiku's chances.
This comes as Atiku and Obi are seen as the strongest contenders for the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
Bashir suggested that 2019 presidential election would have been Atiku's best shot to the presidency.
He stated this in a post on his X handle on Thursday, noting that Atiku is a force to be reckoned with in 2027 general election.
He said: "Atiku is a force to be reckoned with. He also feels the stars have finally aligned in his favor.
"And although 2019 is thought to had been his best shot, this may be one of those 'moment meets the man'.
"However the sheer force of Obi’s numbers and cult like follower-ship brings a challenge. His appeal across the youth & this younger generation is one profound aspect of his leverage.
"Obi as a flag bearer with a strong Northern candidate would defeat Pablo on Election Day before our dear mother of the Nation — Aunty Remi finishes his breakfast around 12 noon."
NATIONAL POST reports that while Atiku has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and joined the ADC, Obi is still a member of the Labour Party.