Why I May Not Contest Again After 2027, By Peter Obi

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has explained why he may not be able to contest for presidency after 2027.

He said the 2027 general elections may be his final shot at the presidency.

Obi confirmed he would contest in 2027 on the LP’s platform and hinted at a possible exit from active politics after that.

He spoke in a seven-minute, 16-second video clip that has since gone viral. Obi’s media aide, Umar Ibrahim, confirmed the video saying “it was recent.”

Obi explained that he would be 65 in 2027 and might not be willing to pursue public office beyond that age.

He said: “I believe we should have a retirement age for politicians. By 2027, I will be 65.

“If the presidency goes back to the North in 2031, it may not return to the South until 2039 — by then, I will be 77. I wouldn’t want to run for office at that age. It would make a mess of everything”

Obi assured his audience of continued support for young Nigerians who are serious about national transformation.

“Even if I’m not contesting, I will always support those of you who are committed to real change, with whatever resources I can provide,” he stated.