Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in last year’s election, has stated unequivocally that he has no intention of running for vice president in the 2027 election.
Obi made this declaration on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday.
He addressed recent misinterpretations of his statements from an interview he gave to News Central TV, where he alleged that his comments had been distorted by certain individuals.
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Obi clarified that he never expressed any intention of being a vice presidential candidate, emphasizing his commitment to collaborating with those dedicated to improving Nigeria.
“I have consistently said that I am open to working with those who are serious about building a new Nigeria,” Obi stated.
He criticized those focused on the 2027 elections while ignoring pressing issues such as hunger, poverty, and insecurity.
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Obi highlighted that his openness to collaboration was based on shared goals for Nigeria’s advancement, not for mere electoral victories or state capture.
“My focus remains on Nigeria’s progress and not on occupying any particular office,” he said.
He also clarified that if he chooses to run for office in 2027, it will be based on concrete plans to address key issues like education, health, and poverty alleviation.
Obi expressed surprise at the misrepresentation of his words and reiterated his commitment to Nigeria’s progress, whether or not he holds an official position.
