- Ifoh reiterated that Obi must participate in the primaries if he intends to run under the party’s platform
- Obi’s camp has asked for more time, saying he must conclude extensive consultations before declaring his next political move
- He explained that the recent NEC meeting was dedicated to preparing for congresses and primaries, not to address Obi’s political direction
The Labour Party has declared that no aspirant including former presidential candidate Peter Obi will receive an automatic ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, said only a democratic convention will decide all candidacies.
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Speaking with The PUNCH, Ifoh reiterated that Obi must participate in the primaries if he intends to run under the party’s platform.
He confirmed that Obi has been distant from the current leadership for about a year, just as many other stakeholders have also maintained limited engagement.
He explained that the recent NEC meeting was dedicated to preparing for congresses and primaries, not to address Obi’s political direction. Ifoh added that the party has successfully conducted primaries in Ekiti, while Osun and other states will follow, with INEC monitoring the process.
The strained relationship between Obi and LP National Chairman Julius Abure stems from post-2023 election disputes, including disagreements over party finances, internal control, and prolonged legal battles. These tensions led Obi to withdraw from most party activities by early 2024.
The Labour Party’s stance comes as the African Democratic Congress urges Obi to decide whether he will join its coalition. While acknowledging his influence, the ADC insists its zoning and principles remain non-negotiable.
Obi’s camp has asked for more time, saying he must conclude extensive consultations before declaring his next political move.
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