2027: I’ll run for president, not Atiku’s VP
Peter Obi clarifies ADC coalition move, says he’s still in Labour Party
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Obi also stated that no one has discussed whether he would be Atiku’s running mate or not. pic.twitter.com/9qmAZeyYtd
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has announced his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, dismissing speculation of a potential alliance with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Obi stated unequivocally: “I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and I believe I am qualified for it.” When asked about rumors of becoming Atiku’s running mate under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he responded: “This is not in play; nobody has ever discussed that. People assume so many things.”
Obi, a former Anambra State governor, reaffirmed his commitment to the Labour Party but emphasized his participation in a broader opposition coalition, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s reelection bid. “I am part of the coalition which will be able to produce a president with the capacity and compassion to save this country,” he said.
The declaration solidifies Obi’s position as a key opposition figure ahead of the 2027 polls, setting the stage for a potential rematch against Tinubu. Political analysts suggest the coalition strategy aims to consolidate anti-incumbent votes amid Nigeria’s economic and security crises.