Peter Obi has reaffirmed his commitment to contesting the 2027 presidential election on the Labour Party (LP) platform. The former Anambra governor made this known in a 7-minute video shared with young supporters via WhatsApp, addressing doubts about his political future amid party crises.
- Obi confirmed: “I will continue to run in the Labour Party. I’m a member.”
- He accused the government of engineering chaos in opposition parties, including the PDP and LP.
- Recalled how President Yar’Adua once helped resolve internal disputes across parties.
- Urged Nigerians to take ownership of electoral integrity: “Votes count only when voters defend them.”
- Warned that resistance to reform is natural from “beneficiaries of the old order.”
- Advocated for retirement age in politics; says he won’t be running in his 70s.
Peter Obi’s clarity on 2027 comes amid murmurs of disillusionment within the LP and ongoing opposition fragmentation. His message is both a reassurance to his core base and a strategic shot at the ruling establishment, accusing them of sowing discord. By reaffirming his loyalty to the LP, Obi positions himself as a stabilizing figurebut the internal rifts within the party may yet test his resolve.
With his eyes set on 2027, Obi is rallying the youth again. But can the Labour Party hold together long enough to make a serious run? Nigerians will be watching.
