Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, has officially announced that Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a former governor of Kano State, will be his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. This announcement was made during Obi's acceptance speech after he was affirmed as the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress at the party's special convention held on May 30 in Abuja. Obi highlighted that the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket will focus on rebuilding Nigeria, restoring public confidence in governance, and addressing critical issues such as insecurity and economic hardship. He expressed a commitment to ensuring that democracy exemplifies true governance that is free from the ruling party's interference. Obi also emphasized the need for respect towards opposition parties and constructive engagement in governance. He assured that under his leadership, democracy would be pursued with integrity, fairness, and transparency, stating that the Vice President would be a partner rather than a mere figurehead. This strategic partnership aims to enhance the political landscape in Nigeria ahead of the upcoming elections.