A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has issued a strong warning to Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, regarding ongoing coalition talks ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sowunmi cautioned that the coalition appears to be a strategic move to exploit Obi’s popularity rather than a genuine effort to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Sowunmi emphasized that the PDP must take decisive steps to bring Obi back into its fold, arguing that his organic support base could be instrumental in revitalizing the party’s chances in 2027.
Obi, who defected from the PDP to the Labour Party in 2022, cited issues such as delegate bribery, vote-buying, and internal party cliques as reasons for his departure. However, Sowunmi believes that the PDP must now focus on reconciliation and strategic planning to strengthen its position.
Sowunmi expressed skepticism about the proposed coalition, which reportedly includes former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasiru El-Rufai, and other opposition figures. According to reports, Atiku has allegedly offered to make Obi his running mate and hand over power after one year.