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Bleeding Grounds drew national focus again after Labour Party’s Peter Obi condemned the rising wave of violence across Nigeria. According to Naija News, Obi cited deadly attacks in Kano, Plateau, Kebbi, Borno, and Katsina, all within a single day, as tragic signs of national failure and...

According to the Nigerian Tribune, Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, described Nigeria as “a crime scene” following revelations of over ₦210 trillion in alleged financial irregularities within NNPC’s audited statements from 2017 to 2023. The Senate flagged the...

Labour Party’s Peter Obi has criticised President Tinubu for skipping Yelwata, the epicentre of recent killings in Benue, during his condolence visit. Tinubu blamed rain, flooding, and poor roads for his decision, but Obi says leadership means showing up when it matters most. Tinubu avoided...

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized President Bola Tinubu's recent visit to Benue State following the massacre of approximately 200 people. Obi accused the President of prioritizing "optics over empathy," noting that he wore a "celebratory agbada attire" instead...

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has challenged Nigerians to prioritize four critical qualities - competence, capacity, character, and compassion (the 4 Cs) - when choosing leaders in 2027. His statement comes amid outrage over recent massacres in Benue and Niger states where over 400...

Peter Obi has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu for failing to visit Benue State following the massacre of over 200 Nigerians by suspected herdsmen in Daudu and Yelewata communities on 13-14 June. In a strongly worded post on X, the former Labour Party presidential candidate stated that...

On June 12, former Labour Party candidate Peter Obi marked Democracy Day by challenging President Tinubu’s priorities. Rather than celebrating democratic gains, Obi accused the administration of playing politics, neglecting urgent issues like poverty, insecurity, and failing public services. His...

Peter Obi called on Nigerians to unite and vote out the APC in 2027, criticising the government for prioritising image over lives while people face rising hunger and displacement. The Labour Party leader promised the Obidient Movement will approach 2027 differently with better candidate vetting...

Peter Obi says he’d have removed fuel subsidy and floated the naira, just not like this. The presidency clapped back, accusing him of lacking the knowledge to lead. Obi, on Arise TV, supported subsidy removal but criticised its “haphazard” rollout Asked about alternative plans, he insisted he’d...

Peter Obi says he supports removing fuel subsidy and floating the naira, but criticises the Tinubu-led government for doing it without a proper structure or impact. Obi says he would've ended the subsidy and floated the naira too, just not haphazardly. He questions how subsidy savings have been...

Opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi have clashed over which existing political party should serve as the platform for their proposed 2027 coalition. The disagreement over party selection has stalled merger talks, with each leader advocating for their preferred...

The Anambra PDP has extended an olive branch to Peter Obi, urging the Labour Party stalwart to return "home" ahead of the 2027 elections. This public plea, laced with regret over past missteps, signals the opposition's scramble to reclaim relevance in Nigeria's volatile political landscape...

Following the catastrophic flash floods in Mokwa, Niger State that left over 153 dead and displaced more than 3,000, Peter Obi has donated ₦20 million in support and urged the federal government and Nigerians to rally around the victims. 153 deaths, 3,000 displaced as flood devastates Mokwa LGA...

The Labour Party has firmly stated that its 2027 presidential ticket is open and not reserved for Peter Obi, despite his recent declaration to run. LP clarified that no aspirant, including Peter Obi, has been granted an automatic presidential ticket for 2027. National Publicity Secretary...

Peter Obi believes Nigeria’s path to transformation runs through the North. At a meeting in Abuja, he called poverty the region’s biggest enemy — and opportunity. Obi says the North is Nigeria’s greatest asset Links poverty and insecurity, urging urgent intervention Criticises the lack of...

In a move sparking political intrigue, former presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar (PDP) and Peter Obi (LP) appeared together at a northern consultative meeting in Abuja. Their joint presence and Obi’s speech on poverty and northern potential have ignited speculation about opposition...

Peter Obi's confirmation that he'll contest in 2027 on Labour Party's ticket isn't just about party loyalty—it's a calculated move with far-reaching consequences. From opposition dynamics to generational politics, here are 5 key implications of his decision that could shape Nigeria's next...

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...

Peter Obi paused his journey for a burial in Anambra to help an elderly woman who was struggling with her goods by the roadside, a simple act now stirring conversation online. Obi spotted the woman struggling to lift a heavy bucket while boarding a bus. He stopped his convoy, crossed over, and...

When Governor Zulum flagged suspected terrorists within Nigeria’s corridors of power, it rang louder than politics - it echoed betrayal. Peter Obi is stepping in with a strong message: silence is complicity. The former presidential hopeful has urged the federal government not to let these...