The meeting, hosted at Dickson’s Abuja residence, comes as supporters grow increasingly anxious that factional disputes could undermine the coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. While exact details of the rift remain under wraps, Dickson took to Facebook to reassure the public, stating that the discussions centered on party advancement and strategizing for political campaigns slated to kick off later this month. He strongly appealed to all stakeholders and members to maintain solidarity and focus on collective victory.

In a separate development, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has triggered controversy regarding the NDC’s Edo South senatorial candidate for the 2027 polls. The electoral portal displayed a mismatched profile featuring Sunny Aguebor’s photograph alongside Epelle-Asemota Bridgitte Osayuki’s name. Condemning the error as suspected internal sabotage, former Senate Chief Whip Rowland Owie insisted that Aguebor won the primary monitored by INEC and vowed that the discrepancies would be firmly challenged.

Responding to Makinde’s recent criticisms of President Bola Tinubu’s economic agenda and his remarks regarding the upcoming 2027 presidential election, Oyo APC Publicity Secretary Wasiu Sadare issued a statement contrasting the leadership styles of both figures. The ruling party contended that President Tinubu has demonstrated the necessary courage to implement crucial economic reforms that have averted national collapse, earning praise from global institutions, whereas Makinde’s approach to governance falls short.

Furthermore, the APC alleged that Makinde has privatized numerous state assets over the past seven years, claiming that his governance track record indicates he would handle national resources similarly if given power.

This sharp exchange highlights escalating political friction as stakeholders position themselves for the 2027 electoral cycle, with the opposition criticizing federal economic hardships and the ruling party defending the administration’s long-term recovery strategy.