The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has said the 2027 general elections may be his final shot at the presidency.
Obi, who confirmed he would contest in 2027 on the LP’s platform, hinted at a possible exit from active politics after that.
He spoke in a seven-minute, 16-second video clip that went viral on the party’s WhatsApp platform during an informal address to young Nigerians.
The former Anambra State governor noted that he would be sixty-five in 2027 and might not be willing to pursue public office beyond that age.
Despite suggesting that he may not return to the ballot beyond 2027, Obi assured his audience of continued support for young Nigerians who are serious about national transformation.
Addressing internal crises in opposition parties, Obi blamed the ruling government for fuelling the turmoil in both the LP and Peoples Democratic Party.
He stated Nigeria’s democracy could not thrive without strong opposition parties, expressing his determination to fix such structural challenges if elected.
