2027 Presidency: Show Respect to Atiku, Amaechi and el-Rufai, Peter Obi Sends Strong Message to Obidients

Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has publicly condemned individuals insulting leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that such behavior is criminal and does not represent the Obidient movement.

During an engagement at the movement’s secretariat, Obi emphasized respect for coalition figures like Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Nasir el-Rufai, whom he described as elder brothers and colleagues.

He clarified that he has never endorsed name-calling or divisive politics, attributing such attacks to outsiders attempting to damage his reputation. Obi urged supporters to focus on pressing national issues such as insecurity, unemployment, and poverty instead of internal conflicts.

Key Points:

The statement aims to curb factional hostility and unify the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections.
Respectful engagement is crucial for coalition stability and a credible challenge against the ruling party.
Obi’s clarification seeks to protect his political brand from being associated with toxic discourse.
Internal cohesion within the ADC will influence its effectiveness as a viable alternative platform.
The call refocuses political energy on substantive governance challenges rather than personality clashes.

Obi’s appeal for civility underscores the importance of disciplined messaging in building a broad-based opposition coalition.

Sources: TheCable, Peter Obi’s Address