The 2023 Labour Party (LP)presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has denied the reports that he may become the running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, saying that he will run for president in 2027, reports thegazellenews.com
Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State stated this on Sunday, 6 July, 2025 during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics.
“I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and I believe I am qualified for it,” Obi said, reacting to the rumours that he may pair up with Atiku of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“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,” Obi said.
He also reaffirmed his loyalty to the Labour Party, saying he remains a vibrant member of the party.
Obi, however noted that he is also involved in a broader opposition coalition, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
“I am part of the coalition which will be able to produce a president with the capacity and compassion to save this country,” he said.
