Former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his determination to contest the 2027 presidential election, assuring Nigerians that he remains fully committed to the race despite alleged opposition from powerful interests.
Obi gave the assurance on Saturday while speaking in Uyo at the Obidient Conference and Official Declaration for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), themed “Activating the PO Effect in ADC.” Addressing supporters, he said he had it on good authority that the federal government was not comfortable with his intention to run again but stressed that such opposition would not stop him.
According to him, he would contest the election regardless of the circumstances, even if it were “figuratively held in their bedroom.” He called on Nigerians to join hands with him to rescue the country, warning that future generations would suffer the consequences of decades of poor governance if urgent action was not taken.
The former Anambra State governor also criticised the current administration over what he described as excessive borrowing. He claimed that the present government had taken more loans than all previous administrations combined, adding that many of the debts would only be repaid between 2045 and 2050, long after those responsible for plunging the country into debt might have exited public life.
Explaining his decision to leave the Labour Party, Obi said democracy must be allowed to function properly. He alleged that he was informed that as long as he remained in the party, the Independent National Electoral Commission would not recognise its leadership, and that there were efforts to keep his name off the ballot.
Reiterating his resolve, Obi assured supporters that he would contest the 2027 election and vowed that, if authorities refused to transmit results, his supporters would ensure that the will of the people was reflected in the outcome.
