March 04, (THEWILL) — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday, March 4, held a high-level meeting with prominent political leaders from Northern and South-Eastern Nigeria at the Abuja residence of Interpol Systems Consultant and security expert, Sir Chikwe Udensi.
The gathering coincided with the breaking of the fast (Iftar) and brought together influential figures from across political and regional divides to deliberate on the state of the nation and potential strategies for political collaboration.
Atiku Abubakar was accompanied by key associates, including Dr. Kassim Ibrahim and Prof. Ahmadu Shehu, among other stakeholders, highlighting the importance of the engagement.
Prominent Igbo leaders in attendance included Chief Chekwas Okorie, former Minister of State for Education Emeka Nwajiuba, Senator Augustine Akobundu, Dr. Osita Oruche, Prof. Onyi Nwagbara, Chief Uchenna Okogbuo, Chief Ralph Nwosu, Hon. Uzoma Abonta, Hon. Uko Nkole, Etigwe Uwah (SAN), Dr. Steve Nwadiuko, Chief Morris Eboh, Senator Frank Ibezim, and Dr. Dave Eboh.
According to sources, following the Iftar, the leaders held a closed-door session to discuss national unity, socio-economic and security challenges, and strategies for strengthening political collaboration.
Reports suggest that the discussions also touched on the role of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a potential platform for fostering broader national dialogue and political cooperation.
Observers note that the Abuja meeting underscores a trend of growing consultations among political stakeholders across regions, as leaders seek to develop common strategies to address Nigeria’s pressing governance and security issues.
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