Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition, Dismisses Running Mate Speculation
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has confirmed his intention to run for President of Nigeria in 2027. Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics programme, Obi stated, “I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and I believe I am qualified for it.”
Addressing recent speculations about a possible alliance with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a running mate, Obi firmly dismissed the idea. “This is not in play; nobody has ever discussed that. People assume so many things. Nobody has ever discussed with me whether I am going to be A or B or C,” he said.
The former Anambra State governor also reiterated his commitment to the Labour Party, even as he actively participates in a coalition that includes the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition groups. The coalition aims to challenge President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who is expected to seek re-election in 2027.
“I am part of the coalition which will be able to produce a president with the capacity and compassion to save this country,” Obi said, emphasizing the group’s focus on national transformation.
