Labour Party Stands Firm on Peter Obi as 2027 Presidential Candidate

The Labour Party has reaffirmed its support for Peter Obi as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election, dismissing rumours of a potential replacement. In a statement jointly signed by the Director-General of the Directorate on Mobilization and Integration, Marcel Ngogbehei; the Deputy Director of Media and Communications, Ambassador Aju Elumelu; and the Deputy Director of Strategic Engagement, Sheikh Rufai Al-Saddiq, the party denied reports of a rift and affirmed its commitment to Obi’s candidacy.

The directorate acknowledged ongoing efforts to reconcile internal disputes but emphasized that no agreement has been reached regarding fielding a different candidate for the upcoming elections. Highlighting the Party’s commitment to internal cohesion and stability, the statement reiterated, “Peter Obi remains our Presidential Candidate for 2027, endorsed by the Party Leadership who are steadfast in their support towards realizing his vision for a rejuvenated Nigeria.”

The Labour Party’s decision to stick with Peter Obi comes amid speculation about potential changes in the party’s leadership and strategy following the 2023 presidential election, in which Obi finished third behind President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), respectively.

Despite the challenges, the Labour Party remains confident in Obi’s leadership and vision for Nigeria. The party’s leadership has expressed their commitment to supporting Obi’s candidacy and working towards electoral victory in 2027.

The Labour Party’s decision to stand by Peter Obi as their presidential candidate for the 2027 election reflects the party’s belief in his leadership abilities and the vision he has for Nigeria. As the party prepares for the upcoming election, they are focused on unity and stability, and are determined to work towards a successful campaign under Obi’s leadership.