Former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that federal government forces are actively working to prevent him from appearing on the 2027 presidential ballot. Speaking at a leadership programme hosted by NextGen Mentorship and Leadership Initiative at Madonna University, Okija, Anambra State, on Friday, Obi accused the government of deploying all available means to block his political ambitions. He emphasized that despite the obstacles, his focus remains on achieving a successful outcome for Nigeria, not personal gain.
Obi challenged all presidential aspirants, including President Bola Tinubu, to engage in public debates to discuss their plans for the country. He insisted that he is the most qualified candidate among them and urged Nigerians to vote based on merit, not ethnicity. “I’m not contesting because I’m an Igbo man,” he said. “Vote for me because I’m the most qualified.” He also called on young people to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and exercise their right to vote, warning that inaction harms their future.
The former governor also responded to a recent Federal High Court ruling in Lokoja, Kogi State, which overturned its earlier decision to direct the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the NDC as a political party. Obi dismissed the setback, saying, “They cannot stop me. They will fail.” He expressed confidence that the will of the people will prevail and that the struggle for democracy is far from over.
Obi described the forces opposing his candidacy as “reactionary elements” bent on holding Nigeria back. He argued that the nation’s problems stem from a lack of genuine commitment among leaders and that insecurity is a national crisis affecting every region. “There is insecurity in the entire country and everyone is involved,” he stated. “I want to build a country that works.”
He reiterated his vision of a Nigeria where anyone, regardless of background, can rise through hard work and merit. “The greatest beneficiaries of my presidency will be the north,” he said, emphasizing national unity and development. Obi also pledged to fight criminality and end the current state of insecurity across the country.
He urged all Nigerians who care about the nation’s future to remain peaceful and continue resisting what he called “the tragedy being imposed on Nigeria.” Obi’s message was clear: democracy must be protected, and the people’s voice must be heard. His campaign remains resilient, and he continues to position himself as a unifying force for national transformation. As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 elections, Obi’s determination signals a growing political movement rooted in hope and reform.
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