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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has set the record straight amidst the mounting speculation over a possible alliance among opposition figures to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential race.
The former Anambra State governor made it clear that his sole coalition of interest is one committed to tackling hunger, poverty, and Nigeria’s failing healthcare and education systems.
During a visit to the Anglican Diocese of Kubwa in Abuja on Monday, Obi stressed that he was not pursuing political office out of desperation.
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“My commitment is to a coalition against hunger, against poverty, and the deteriorating state of healthcare. For me, politics is not about chasing positions; it’s about doing what is right,” he stated.
He lamented the country’s focus on political manoeuvring at the expense of critical issues like improving education for Nigerian children.
Many analysts have speculated that a united front between Obi, Atiku, and other opposition parties could unseat Tinubu in 2027.
Obi firmly rejected claims that he had agreed to serve as a vice presidential candidate in the next election, describing such rumours as selfish political games that undermine Nigeria’s progress.
Additionally, Obi contributed financially to a school development initiative in the diocese, highlighting how the church has had to shoulder significant responsibility due to the government’s failure to provide free, quality basic education.
On Sunday at the Vatican, Obi was seen alongside former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi exchanging greetings with Tinubu after the inauguration Mass of Pope Leo XIV.
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Addressing the encounter, Obi clarified that he is not an adversary of the President and extended the customary respect required by protocol during the visit.
He reiterated that his only true opponent remains corruption and the corrupt officials who have made life difficult for Nigerians.
