Reactions have continued to trail the reported political realignment involving former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, as key political figures weigh in on its implications for the 2027 general elections.
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, described Obi’s latest political move as predictable, arguing that he may struggle within the internal dynamics of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Onanuga noted that Obi could face stiff competition from established figures within the party, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi.
He further alleged that Obi’s political career has been characterised by multiple party switches and shifting alignments, raising concerns about his long-term strategy ahead of the 2027 polls.
According to him, Obi’s public explanations of his political decisions often differ from internal realities, suggesting the current development signals renewed contestation in the lead-up to the elections.
Similarly, Nigeria Ambassador to Mexico and former presidential aide Reno Omokri criticised Obi’s political consistency, questioning his suitability as a consensus candidate, particularly in Northern Nigeria.
Omokri argued that Obi’s movement across multiple political platforms reflects a pattern of instability, claiming that parties he joined in recent years have experienced internal crises.
“Once can be a mistake. Twice may be a coincidence. But after the third time, and then the fourth, it becomes a pattern. The parties are not the problem. Peter is the issue,” he said.
He urged Northern stakeholders to critically evaluate their choices ahead of 2027, stressing the need to prioritise track record, policy direction, and political reliability.
Omokri also contrasted Obi’s political trajectory with that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he described as having demonstrated long-term political stability and strategic alliance-building.
