The Nigeria Labour Congress says Peter Obi can win the 2027 presidential election without any coalition, provided INEC conducts a free and fair vote. The group dismissed PDP as politically irrelevant and praised Obi’s wide national appeal.
- NLC’s Deputy Political Chair, Prof. Theophilus Ndubuaku, said Obi is “sellable” and widely accepted across all regions.
- He claimed Obi was “coasting to victory” in 2023 before alleged election irregularities halted his momentum.
- NLC dismissed coalition talks with Atiku Abubakar or the PDP, calling the party “crisis-ridden” and “near-empty.”
- The Obidients Movement reaffirmed full support for Obi, regardless of political platform.
- Ndubuaku said fears over zoning are overstated, noting Obi “doesn’t need eight years” to revive Nigeria.
For many frustrated Nigerians, especially young voters, Obi still represents hope for a break from the status quo. His supporters remain firm, while Labour leaders are working to reframe him as a candidate of principle, not compromise.
With the PDP in disarray and Labour Party’s internal battles resolved by court rulings, Obi’s next move could reshape the 2027 race. But can the electoral process earn enough public trust to make any of it matter?
