By Our Reporter
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports suggesting he may run as Atiku Abubakar’s vice-presidential candidate in 2027.
Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics, Obi reaffirmed his commitment to contesting for the presidency, stating he is not considering a deputy role under Atiku or any other candidate.
“Nobody has ever discussed with me whether to be A or B or C,” Obi said. “I am going to contest for the President of Nigeria, and I believe I’m qualified.”
Peter Obi clarified that he remains a member of the Labour Party, dismissing claims that he is leaving the party.
He explained that his participation in the recent coalition of opposition parties—which adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform ahead of the 2027 elections—should not be seen as an act of disloyalty to the Labour Party.
“There is nothing anti-party in the decision,” he explained. “We are not abandoning where we are. We are going there together. What is constant is that we have agreed to work together.”
On his association with some political figures regarded by critics as controversial or having baggage, Obi argued that inclusive leadership was essential to national progress.
“The job of a leader is to change,” he said. “You need everybody. If you want to serve, you must serve everybody.”
The former Anambra governor also took a swipe at the Bola Tinubu-led administration, criticising its handling of governance and promising to offer a more disciplined and competent leadership if elected.
“We’re going to ensure that we remove Tinubu’s government by all lawful means,” he said. “I will govern within the law, I will bring civility to Nigeria, and I will appoint competent people into office. I will not be Minister of Petroleum.”
Obi’s remarks come as opposition figures intensify efforts to form a united front in the run-up to 2027, amid growing concerns over economic hardship and governance under the current administration.
With additional report from Vanguard