2027 may be Peter Obi’s final presidential race

DDM News

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has suggested that the 2027 general elections may mark his last attempt at the presidency.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) reports that Obi made the disclosure in a video clip that has gone viral on social media platforms.

The video, which is 7 minutes and 16 seconds long, shows the former Anambra State governor addressing his political future and concerns about age in leadership.

His media aide, Umar Ibrahim, confirmed that the clip was recent and reflected Obi’s current thinking.

Obi, who ran for president in 2023, said age and Nigeria’s political structure could keep him from seeking office again after 2027.

He stressed the need for a political retirement age, stating that he would be 65 years old by the time the next elections arrive.

“I believe we should have a retirement age for politicians. By 2027, I will be 65,” he said in the video.

Obi argued that by 2031, the presidency might rotate back to the North, and possibly not return to the South until 2039.

At that point, Obi would be 77 years old, an age he considers too advanced to run for a demanding public office like the presidency.

“If the presidency goes back to the North in 2031, it may not return to the South until 2039,” he said.

“By then, I will be 77. I wouldn’t want to run for office at that age. It would make a mess of everything,” he added.

Despite hinting at an exit from active electoral politics, Obi reaffirmed his support for Nigeria’s youth.

He pledged to continue backing young people and pro-reform candidates who are committed to meaningful change.

“Even if I’m not contesting, I will always support those of you who are committed to real change,” he said.

Obi promised to provide assistance in any way he can, including offering his personal resources to drive reform.

The remarks have sparked debates online, with many questioning whether Obi’s political movement could survive without him on the ballot.

Supporters of Obi, popularly known as “Obidients,” have built a reputation for mass mobilization and youth-driven campaigns.

Some analysts believe Obi’s statement was both a sincere reflection and a strategic move to prepare the public for potential political shifts.

Others suggest that it may be an early positioning tactic to consolidate support ahead of the 2027 elections.

The video has reignited conversations about generational change, leadership rotation, and the future of Nigeria’s opposition landscape.

Observers are now waiting to see how the Labour Party responds to the growing calls for structural reforms and clear succession planning.

Obi’s remarks have also drawn attention to the absence of formal leadership grooming within many political parties in Nigeria.

As 2027 approaches, political realignments, zoning debates, and questions about who leads Nigeria’s next wave of change are likely to intensify.

For now, Peter Obi remains a key voice in the country’s political discourse, whether or not he eventually runs again.

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