‘It’s About 2027’ – Peter Obi Speaks On Visit To Jonathan

‘It’s About 2027’ – Peter Obi Speaks On Visit To Jonathan
Calls for unity and leadership driven by competence and compassion
Describes 2027 polls as opportunity to reset Nigeria’s direction

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said his recent visit to former President, Goodluck Jonathan, was part of consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Obi, alongside some South East leaders, met with Jonathan at his residence on Monday as part of ongoing political engagements.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that speaking after the meeting, the former Anambra State governor said the visit was aimed at seeking guidance and discussing the future of the country in the lead up to the next election cycle.

He said the discussions focused on repositioning Nigeria and exploring how leaders across regions can work together to address pressing national challenges.

Obi stressed that the 2027 elections should not be treated as a routine political exercise but as an opportunity to reset the country’s direction.

“In continuation of my extensive consultations with Nigerian leaders, today, notable South East Leaders, and I visited our respected former President Goodluck Jonathan on a consultation regarding the 2027 general elections and, more importantly, the future of our dear nation.

“Our discussions were frank, thoughtful, and anchored on the urgent need to reposition Nigeria on the path of unity, security, stability, productivity, and inclusive governance. At a time when our nation continues to grapple with economic hardship, rising insecurity, and deepening social divisions, it has become imperative that Leaders across regions come together to reflect, consult, and act in the overall interest of the Nigerian people.

“Nigeria today requires leadership that is guided not by personal ambition, but by competence, character, capacity, and compassion. The kind of leadership that understands that governance is not about sharing what is left, but about creating what is needed. We must move from a consumption driven nation to a production driven one, where our vast human and natural resources are effectively harnessed for the common good.

“The 2027 elections must therefore not just be seen as another political exercise, but as a critical opportunity to reset the trajectory of our country. It must be about the Nigerian child who deserves quality education, the struggling entrepreneur who needs a conducive environment to thrive, and the millions of citizens who simply desire a secure and functional nation.