Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his intention to contest the presidency in 2027, dismissing speculation that he might play second fiddle to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar
Speaking on Sunday Politics, a Channels Television programme, Obi made it clear he would not accept a vice-presidential position.
“Nobody has ever discussed with me whether to be A or B or C. I am going to contest for the President of Nigeria, and I believe I’m qualified,” he declared.
Responding to questions about his involvement in a new opposition coalition—which recently adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform—Obi clarified that the alliance does not amount to abandoning the Labour Party or engaging in anti-party activities.
“There is nothing anti-party in the decision,” he said. “We are not abandoning where we are. We are going there together. What is constant is that we have agreed to work together.”
Addressing criticism over his openness to work with controversial political figures, Obi defended his inclusive approach:
“The job of a leader is to change. You need everybody. If you want to serve, you must serve everybody.”
Obi also took aim at President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of misgovernance and promising sweeping reforms if elected.
“We’re going to ensure that we remove Tinubu’s government by all lawful means,” he said. “I will govern within the law, I will bring civility to Nigeria, and I will appoint competent people into office. I will not be Minister of Petroleum.”
His remarks come as opposition parties ramp up efforts to unite ahead of the 2027 elections, amid widespread public frustration over economic hardship and perceived leadership failures.
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