2027: Am open to run as Vice-Presidential candidate if…. – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-governor of Anambra State, has expressed his willingness to accept a vice-presidential position if he encounters someone he believes is better suited to lead Nigeria forward.

In an interview with New Central TV, Obi highlighted that his primary concern is Nigeria’s development, particularly as the 2027 general election approaches.

When asked if he would consider being a vice-presidential candidate, Obi said, “Obi said: “Quite frankly, for me, I’m not desperate to be Nigerian president. I am desperate to see Nigeria work. If I see people who can do the work better, I will (consider being Vice President).

“I even have people who say I should not come out in 2027 and I said to them, offer yourself. And we will not put everybody on a scale.”

Obi reaffirmed his loyalty to the Labour Party, though remains open to working with others who share his vision for the country.

“I will stay with the Labour Party. However, if anyone seeks collaboration or alliance, they must clearly state their objectives. I am not interested in joining forces for political gain or to merely win an election. What matters to me is addressing crucial issues like getting every child into school and tackling the problem of out-of-school children,” Obi explained.

Meanwhile, the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), led by Julius Abure, recently called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Security Adviser (NSA) to investigate Obi and several other notable figures, including activist Aisha Yesufu and Pastor Itua Ighodalo.

The investigation is regarding alleged mismanagement of campaign funds during the 2023 election cycle.

At a press conference in Abeokuta, the Labour Party’s factional National Publicity Secretary, Abayomi Arabambi, accused Obi and his associates of diverting over N12 billion and $15 million intended for the presidential campaign. Arabambi described Obi as a “political profiteer,” orchestrating the diversion of these donations.

Arabambi also criticised Yesufu’s public defense in response to these accusations, calling her statements a smokescreen to conceal the truth.