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‘Legally Right, Morally Wrong’: Obi Slams Lagos Over ASPAMDA Market Demolitions

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged the Lagos State Government to balance law enforcement with compassion in its ongoing demolition of structures at the Trade Fair Complex. Obi’s appeal followed his visit to the site of the demolished ASPAMDA Market, where he criticised the destruction of traders’ plazas, describing it as […]

Nigeria ‘Greatly Diminished’ Under APC, Says Obi in Independence Day Message

Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of eroding Nigeria’s promise and potential under its leadership. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday in Abuja to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, Obi said the country, once a beacon of hope in Africa, has […]

PDP Mulls Jonathan, Obi for 2027 Presidential Ticket — Bala Mohammed

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi are among southern politicians being considered by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 presidential election. Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State revealed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. He described Jonathan as “the most celebrated politician today,” […]

‘Na Statistics We Go Chop?’ — Obi Calls Out Tinubu’s Economic Numbers Game

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has accused President Bola Tinubu of using distorted statistics to obscure Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Obi recalled how Tinubu, during the 2022 presidential campaign, dismissed his emphasis on data-driven governance. “In November 2022, while campaigning in […]

Peter Obi Declares 2027 Presidential Bid, Rules Out Running Mate Role

Opposition leader and former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has confirmed he will contest for the presidency in 2027, dismissing speculation that he might run as a deputy to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “I’m going to contest for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and […]

Who Speaks for Labour? Usman Backs Obi on Coalition, Labels Abure a ‘Jester’

The acting National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has reaffirmed the party’s support for its 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, over his involvement in the ongoing opposition coalition spearheaded by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by her Senior Special Adviser, Ken Asogwa, Usman […]

Obi Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Says He’s Open to One-Term Deal

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has signalled his willingness to run again in 2027—this time, for a single term in office. In a statement released by his media aide, Ibrahim Umar, Obi shared updates via his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he addressed key national issues during an engagement with his supporters. “I […]

Sanwo-Olu Accuses Obi of Contributing to Poverty, Defends FG’s Policies

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has criticised Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of lacking the moral authority to comment on Nigeria’s poverty situation. In a statement personally signed and titled “Factually Addressing Mr Peter Obi’s Criticism of Nigeria at Johns Hopkins University”, Sanwo-Olu argued that Obi contributed to the poverty he […]

From Hero to Victim: How a Teen’s Viral Moment Led to Months of Ordeal

A Magistrate Court in Apapa, Lagos, has discharged 17-year-old Alabi Quadri, who gained national attention during the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of Peter Obi, then the Labour Party presidential candidate. Magistrate Adetola Olorunfemi released Quadri following legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), which concluded that the […]

Obi Alleges Death Threats Over Criticism of Government in New Year Address

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has alleged that his life is under threat following his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in his New Year’s message. Obi’s claims came after remarks attributed to Felix Morka, the national spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC), during a recent interview. Morka […]

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