Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi has revealed that he has never promised to be running mate to anyone ahead of the 2027 general election. Obi posted this via his official X handle, while reacting to an alleged misinterpretation of the interview he had recently granted. He said that some fifth columnists have resorted to propaganda, deliberately distorting the narrative against his stance.
The former Anambra State Governor insisted that he does not want to be anyone running mate ahead of the 2027 general election, instead he is preoccupied with how Nigerians shall be salvaged from the current suffering of hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other pressing challenges.
He emphasized that he is more committed to partnering with well meaning Nigerians who share his vision for advancing Nigeria’s progress, insisting that he is not that desperate to become president or any position, but is determined to see Nigeria work instead.
Obi’s statement partly reads, “I do not want to be one of those preoccupied with 2027 while Nigerians are suffering from hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other pressing challenges.
“I explicitly stated my openness to working with others, provided their intentions were not centred on state capture. I emphasized my commitment to partnering with those who share my vision for advancing Nigeria’s progress.
“I also made it clear that I remain committed to the Labour Party, and if anyone wishes to negotiate or join forces, they must disclose their true intentions.
He concluded that “When 2027 arrives, if I decide to run for any office, it will not be with those whose sole aim is state capture or merely winning an election. I want them to explain how we will ensure that no child is left behind and how we will bring millions of out-of-school children back into classrooms, ensure healthy living and pull people out of poverty”.
