Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has confirmed he will run for president again in 2027, firmly denying speculation that he might serve as a running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Speaking during an interview on Sunday Politics aired by Channels Television, Obi stated: “I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and I believe I am qualified for it.”
Addressing rumours of a possible alliance with Atiku of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Obi dismissed the idea, saying, “This is not in play; nobody has ever discussed that. People assume so many things. Nobody has ever discussed with me whether I am going to be A or B or C.”
The former Anambra State governor also reaffirmed his commitment to the Labour Party, stating that he remains an active and dedicated member. However, he acknowledged his involvement in a wider opposition coalition — including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) — formed to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the next general election.
“I am part of the coalition which will be able to produce a president with the capacity and compassion to save this country,” he added.
ADEOLA KUNLE
