Nigeria’s 2027 general elections are generating fresh political conversations as the sons of two prominent political figures attract attention for actions that appear to differ from their fathers’ political positions. Ozonna Soludo, son of Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo, has been linked to a trending campaign song supporting Peter Obi, while Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has pledged buses and mobilisation support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign.
The developments have renewed discussions about family influence, individual political choices and shifting alliances ahead of the presidential and National Assembly elections scheduled for January 16, 2027.
Key Highlights
- Ozonna Soludo has attracted online attention over a viral video reportedly showing him dancing to a campaign song associated with Peter Obi and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
- His father, Governor Charles Soludo, and the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) have backed President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 election.
- Abba Atiku Abubakar has pledged 10 buses to support Tinubu’s re-election campaign.
- Abba reportedly plans a two-million-person mobilisation march across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones.
- The developments have renewed debate about political independence among the children of prominent Nigerian politicians.
- Campaign music and social media content are becoming visible tools of political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.
Ozonna Soludo and the Peter Obi Campaign Song
Governor Charles Soludo has been among the prominent critics of Peter Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition in the Southeast.
Despite longstanding personal ties between the Soludo and Obi families, the Anambra governor and his party, APGA, have expressed support for President Tinubu.
Soludo has argued that supporting a southern president could strengthen the Southeast’s political relationship with the centre and improve its prospects in future power arrangements.
He has also maintained that the 2027 election should not be treated as a repeat of the 2023 contest. His administration has inaugurated joint campaign structures with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and called for grassroots support for Tinubu.
Against this political background, attention has shifted to his son, Ozonna Soludo, a UK-based musician, content creator and social media personality popularly known as “Baby Oku”.
During the 2022 presidential election cycle, Ozonna publicly distanced himself from his father’s criticism of Obi. He reportedly stated that he was “not an extension of anybody” and that he had “always said I think Peter is the best candidate.”
More recently, videos circulating online in late October and early November 2026 have been presented as showing Ozonna dancing to a trending NDC campaign song featuring Obi’s image.
However, questions have emerged about the authenticity and context of the clips. Some social media posts have suggested that the campaign song may have been added to an earlier dance video of Ozonna.
The musician has previously shared dance videos featuring different songs, including tracks critical of politicians.
Consequently, the circulating footage has generated debate about whether it reflects his political preference or is simply another social media post. Ozonna’s own confirmation of support for the NDC or Obi has not been established in the supplied reports.
NDC Uses Campaign Music to Mobilise Support
The campaign song associated with Obi forms part of the NDC’s cultural outreach ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party’s presidential ticket features Obi as its candidate and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as his running mate.
The NDC has released campaign songs in different Nigerian languages, including Igbo, Hausa and Pidgin English, as part of efforts to reach voters across the country.
One of the Igbo versions, titled “Party Peter Obi Ka Mma”, which translates to “The Peter Obi Party is Better”, features former lawmaker Ifeanyi Ibezi.
The song combines highlife rhythms with political messages aimed particularly at audiences in the Southeast. Its circulation on social media and other platforms has made it part of the party’s campaign activities.
The use of music reflects the continuing role of entertainment and popular culture in Nigerian political mobilisation, particularly during election campaigns.
Atiku’s Son Pledges Buses for Tinubu’s Re-election Campaign
In another development attracting political attention, Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has pledged support for President Tinubu’s re-election campaign.
Abba reportedly made the commitment during a visit to the APC National Secretariat in Abuja around October 30 and 31, 2026.
He leads the Haske Bola Tinubu Organisation and pledged 10 buses to support campaign mobilisation for Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
He also outlined plans for a two-million-person mobilisation march across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones, beginning in the Federal Capital Territory.
The proposed initiative includes a subsidised transport arrangement, with the pledged buses expected to support the first phase in Abuja.
Abba has also expressed an intention to mobilise support for Tinubu in Adamawa State, his father’s home state.
He reportedly described his decision as a matter of personal conviction and support for the administration’s reform agenda.
His position differs from that of his father, Atiku Abubakar, who is seeking the presidency in 2027 under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Abba’s involvement in Tinubu’s campaign has therefore become another example of political differences within the families of prominent Nigerian politicians.
What the Developments Mean for the 2027 Elections
The two developments highlight several features of the emerging political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.
Political Choices Within Prominent Families
The reported activities of Ozonna Soludo and Abba Atiku have drawn attention to the distinction between the political positions of prominent public figures and the personal choices of their children.
While Governor Soludo and APGA have backed Tinubu, Ozonna’s past public comments in support of Obi and the recent campaign-song video have generated speculation about his political preference.
Similarly, Abba’s mobilisation for Tinubu differs from his father’s presidential ambition on the ADC platform.
However, the actions of individual family members should not automatically be interpreted as evidence of wider political realignments within their families.
The Southeast Political Contest
Anambra State remains an important political centre in the Southeast, particularly because of Obi’s political roots and strong showing in the state during the 2023 presidential election.
Soludo’s support for Tinubu places APGA and the Anambra governor in a different political position from Obi’s NDC campaign.
The use of Igbo-language campaign music also reflects efforts to connect with voters through local culture and familiar forms of expression.
The relationship between the Soludo and Obi families, including their reported godparent ties, adds another dimension to the political discussion.
Social Media and Campaign Mobilisation
The circulation of Ozonna’s dance video demonstrates how social media content can quickly become part of political debate.
Campaign songs, short videos and celebrity involvement can attract attention, but their political meaning depends on the authenticity and context of the material.
The questions surrounding the video also underline the need to distinguish between verified endorsements and content that has been edited, repurposed or interpreted by online users.
Political Parties Intensify Preparations for 2027
Political parties are continuing to organise their campaign structures ahead of the January 16, 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections.
The NDC has unveiled a national campaign council chaired by former Bayelsa State Governor Henry Seriake Dickson, with Obi serving as co-chairman.
Tinubu’s camp is also pursuing alliances and grassroots mobilisation through the APC and its supporting organisations.
Meanwhile, Atiku’s ADC platform is preparing to challenge the incumbent administration, adding to the competition among the political parties seeking national support.
Whether the activities involving Ozonna Soludo and Abba Atiku will translate into measurable changes in voter support remains uncertain.
For now, their reported actions have added a family dimension to the political conversations surrounding the 2027 elections, as candidates and parties continue to build alliances, mobilise supporters and use cultural platforms to reach voters.
