Politics
2027: The Painful Reality About Peter Obi’s Presidential Dream
While I genuinely wish that Mr. Peter Obi would emerge as Nigeria’s president in 2027, saving the nation from the reckless wastefulness that has plagued it since independence, reality tells me otherwise. Obi, despite his refreshing vision and impeccable character, simply doesn’t stand a chance under Nigeria’s current political structure.
What excites me about Obi is his political will, his passion for cutting down the cost of governance, plugging financial leakages, and redirecting our economy toward productivity rather than the endless sharing of “national cake” by the political elite. He embodies the qualities of a disciplined leader who could change Nigeria’s fortunes. Unfortunately, those qualities are the very reasons the entrenched system resists him.
The truth is that Nigeria’s political setup does not reward competence, integrity, or visionary leadership. People like Obi, Omoyele Sowore, and other vibrant alternatives threaten the entrenched interests that benefit from chaos. The system is designed to recycle power among familiar faces, ensuring that reformers remain on the sidelines.
The best shot Obi had at the presidency was in 2023, if the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) had honoured its zoning arrangement and allowed the South to produce its candidate. With widespread grassroots support, especially among the youth, he could have mounted a strong challenge. But the PDP abandoned zoning, and Atiku Abubakar seized the ticket. That single miscalculation fractured the party and created the space for Tinubu’s victory.
Now, with the PDP belatedly considering zoning to the South in 2027, Obi’s chances are ironically slimmer. The North’s political heavyweights appear increasingly dissatisfied with Tinubu, but their discontent does not automatically translate into support for Obi. If anything, they would rather rally behind a northern candidate or back an alliance that preserves their influence.
The only miracle that could revive Obi’s prospects is a grand sacrifice from Atiku and other northern aspirants in the PDP and African Democratic Congress (ADC), if they shelve their ambitions and support Obi on a “one-term” pact. That would be the only logical strategy to consolidate the North’s desire for change with the South’s hunger for reform. But knowing the Nigerian political class, such selflessness is a fairy tale. Atiku has spent decades chasing the presidency and is unlikely to step aside for Obi.
Painful as it is to admit, Obi may have to consider a different path. A bold, almost unthinkable move would be to accept the role of running mate to Atiku under the ADC. This may sound like a downgrade, but strategically, it could produce the numbers needed to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC). Northern voters disenchanted with Tinubu could throw their weight behind Atiku, while Obi’s “Obidient Movement” and supporters in the South and parts of the West could tilt the balance.
For this to work, Obi must have a frank conversation with his movement, explaining why compromise is sometimes the only path to power. His followers must understand that clinging to idealism without winning power only entrenches the status quo. If Obi truly cares about Nigeria’s survival, then offering his goodwill in exchange for broader national change is a sacrifice worth making.
One thing is certain: the PDP, even with zoning, cannot defeat Tinubu with a southern candidate in 2027. Not even the return of former President Goodluck Jonathan would change that calculus. The Nigerian political machine is too complex for sentiment alone.
At the end of the day, this is not about Obi, Atiku, or Tinubu, it is about Nigeria. May the country, battered as it is, somehow emerge victorious in this endless struggle for competent leadership.
Minister Nyesom Wike defends his position amidst calls for removal from office Wike emphasizes that only President Tinubu can decide his fate Former governor boasts of his contributions to Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, has dismissed calls for his removal from office. Wike said that such decisions rest solely with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The former Rivers State governor stressed that the power to sack him lies solely with the President. From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram. As reported by The Punch, Wike stated this on Sunday, January 11, 2026, during a thank-you visit to Obio/Akpor.
Wike addressed the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leaders, traditional rulers, women, and youths in the area. “Don’t bother about people who say ‘sack him.’ If my appointor believes I cannot offer anything again, he has the right, not that you should tell him. I am proud that the people of Obio/Akpor, the people of Rivers State, and Nigerians know we have not disappointed them in the FCT.”
The Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Council, Gift Worlu, described Wike as a major asset to the council, the state, and the nation. “When it comes to who should be President of Nigeria in 2027, we know where to go. As for the governorship of Rivers State, we know where not to go. We will not go the way of ingratitude, disappointment, or disloyalty.”
Recall that President Tinubu reportedly intervened in the feud between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Wike amidst rising tensions. Tinubu and Wike are set to meet abroad to discuss the ongoing Rivers state crisis and potential impeachment.
Wike’s ally denied involvement in the impeachment plot, claiming Rivers’ lawmakers are driving the actions against Governor Fubara.
Dailyvoice.ng earlier reported that President Tinubu was urged to immediately remove Wike as the minister of the FCT to ensure stability returns to Rivers state. NADECO, a pro-democracy group, made the call, citing the impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara.
Ahead of the 2027 election, Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele has predicted that eight APC governors will oppose President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Primate Ayodele prophesied that a prominent political figure will defect to the ADC coalition, ‘creating a shocking political shift’
Lagos-based Ayodele is widely known for issuing prophecies on a variety of subjects, including Nigerian and global politics, the economy, security, and sports Oke Afa, Lagos State – Ahead of the 2027 elections, Primate Elijah Ayodele has said that about eight All Progressives Congress (APC) governors will work against President Bola Tinubu and the ruling party.
In a statement to Daily voice on Friday, January 9, signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church said the governors may either remain in the APC or defect to an opposition party, but would still work against the president and the ruling party ahead of the election.
Primate Ayodele said:
“I see about eight governors working against APC ahead of 2027. It’s either they stay in the party to work against the party or move to an opposition party.
“President Tinubu will not find it easy in the election. There are so many things around him that look real, but they are not. They will soon start getting uncovered, so he has to prepare. Ayodele Furthermore, Primate Ayodele disclosed that a prominent figure in Nigerian politics will soon defect to the coalition party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
His words: “I am seeing a big name decamping to the ADC very soon. It will be a shocker to people and the political scene of the country. It will happen very, very soon.”
Meanwhile, the ADC has maintained that the 2027 elections would be between the citizens and the APC.
The party urged the opposition governors to rise boldly, deliver fresh ideas and lead citizens out of ‘national despair’, stressing that this was what Nigerians expected from them.
Earlier, Daily voice reported that Primate Ayodele denied allegations levelled against him by Bayo Adelabu, minister of power, regarding an alleged blackmail attempt.
A media outlet had reported that Adelabu, a chieftain of the ruling APC and supporter of President Tinubu, accused Primate Ayodele of attempting to extort N150 million from him for “spiritual intercession” to make him governor of Oyo State. However, in a statement sent to Legit.ng, and signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele denied ever attempting to extort the minister, explaining that he had only asked Adelabu to purchase the trumpets.
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has revealed that about eight APC governors will work against President Tinubu and the ruling party ahead of 2027.
In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the prophet stated that the governors may remain in APC or decamp to an opposition party, but regardless, they will work against the president and the ruling party towards the election.
“I see about eight governors working against APC ahead of 2027. It’s either they stay in the party to work against the party or move to an opposition party.”
“President Tinubu will not find it easy in the election; there are so many things around him that look real, but they are not. They will soon start getting uncovered, so he has to prepare.”
Furthermore, Primate Ayodele made it known that a big name in Nigerian politics will decamp to the coalition party, ADC, very soon.
“ I am seeing a big name decamping to the ADC very soon. It will be a shocker to people and the political scene of the country. It will happen very, very soon.”
It would be recalled that the prophet earlier warned that President Donald Trump is working towards unseating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the president of the country. He noted that US actions in helping Nigeria aren’t what it seems to be, but have a hidden agenda.
He had also said that Abubakar Atiku, one of the contenders for the presidential ticket, will be pressured to step down for former president Goodluck Jonathan
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