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Peter Obi campaigned for ADC in Anambra.

Elrufai campaigned for ADC in Kaduna.

Ex Minister Maina did same too.

Before 2027 the groundswell will be too much and national for Tinubu and his gang of criminals to handle.

They finally found an excuse to fly him out for medicals 🤓

How are we sure he was talking to anybody on that landline 📞?

Even if he was talking to someone, how are we sure it’s the Prime Minister of Netherland😏?

fergie001:
I am not an Otti fan. Ikpeazu is the worst to ever lead the state. Don't forget, one woman made that difference.

The woman made it happen by protecting the votes of Ndi Abia and not that she added votes for Otti.

So, if you guys are talking about Nigerians voting Obi, that is a guarantee.

If you are now talking about path to victory because his votes will be rigged then I can understand.

But free and fair without the intervention of anyone, Obi will still win above 80% of Southeast votes and more than 60% of Southsouth votes.

Obi will win Lagos again and score up to 30% votes in Southwest.

In the North Central, I refuse to believe Benue people will vote Tinubu again. While Plateau, Nasarawa and Abuja is not likely to be different from what they were in 2023.

The contest will be in Northwest and Northeast where anti-Tinubu campaign and propaganda is already rife. Another factor will be who Peter Obi chooses as his running mate this time, and if opposition figures like Atiku, etc, are sincere about there support, then Tinubu and Obi could share the two regions almost equally.

fergie001:
I said I will refrain from this type of conversation but Penguin2 no dey gree me.

Peter Obi, with or without the coalition, as Presidential Candidate has no pathway to victory. As Deputy to Atiku, there is an above 60% chance that can happen.

I always remember that you didn’t see a path to victory for Alex Otti in 2023 because you believed PDP was too entrenched in Abia to be defeated.

Do you remember that?

Today, the music is “there’s no path to victory”.

In 2023, it was “he cannot win a single Local Government”, “he can’t score up to 1million votes.”

Same man defied odds and scored 6.1million votes after INEC deducted discount and somehow naysayers won’t let him rest.

Call me delusional, but I will always believe that in a one Vs one between Peter Obi and Tinubu, Obi will beat Tinubu in a free and fair election.

I doubt this is a recent picture except the report that Tinubu is bedridden is just another media hogwash.

Meanwhile, you people that used to push Soludo should push him to go on TV say the type of trash things he said before 2023 general election and call Obi’s name.

I double dare him to do that if he’s a man born of a woman.

The Middle Belt Forum has thrown their weight behind Peter Obi’s declaration to do only one term saying he’s a man of integrity that will keep his words.

The Middle Belt Forum, MBF, has said former presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi, is a man of integrity and can be trusted to keep his promise to do a single term if elected president of the country in 2027.

The Forum maintained that as a man of honour, the Middle Belt believed the former Anambra State governor would keep his words to the letter because of his integrity.

National President of MBF, Dr. Bitrus Pogu, made this known while reacting to the promise by the former presidential candidate to do a single term of four years if elected president.

He stated that the Middle Belt had no reason to doubt Peter Obi because of his record of keeping to promises, insisting that the assurance was not given to hoodwink or deceive the middle belt to support his aspiration.

Pogu, who clarified that he was strictly speaking for the Middle Belt and not the north, said: “We believe Peter Obi is a man of honour and we believe that if he gets the win and he promises or promised something, he will keep to it.

“But like I have always said, we are where we are because we are not yet a nation. That is why several factors have continued to hold us back from attaining the dreams of our founding fathers.

“Otherwise, how many terms one would occupy an office ought to be determined by the constitution and the electorate, rather than by some interest of some sections of the country.

“But that issue is for the future. For now, as a people, we believe Peter Obi because we know he is a man of integrity and honour who keeps his words.”

Obidient Movement gathers momentum in Ibadan ahead of 2027 elections

Meanwhile, the Obidient Movement of Mr Peter Obi, is gaining significant political traction in Ibadan as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.

Members of the movement, weekend, gathered for the Oyo State Obidient Conference, with the theme, “Going Forward 2027: A New Nigeria is Possible,” at the Empowerment Centre Ring Road, Ibadan, attracting party loyalists, political analysts, and grassroots organisers from across the state.

While delivering his keynote address at the conference, a renowned linguist from the University of Ibadan, Prof. Francis Egbokhare, provided a critical assessment of Nigeria’s current situation.

He pointed out the widespread talent among Nigerians but lamented that the nation was not living up to its potential.

Egbokhare described Nigeria as “a giant lying prostrate, trampled by dwarfs,” emphasising the gap between the country’s capabilities and its reality.

He characterised the state of governance as lacking direction, marked by ineffective spending and reliance on propaganda rather than the rule of law.

He warned against superficial political strategies, noting that “confusing ways and means with strategy is a terrible error. Do not play a game you have neither mastered nor can control; change the game or change the rules.”

The don stressed the necessity of restructuring the national mindset to achieve meaningful political victories.

“The first order of business is to restructure the mindset, because to win elections without it is to perpetuate the same failures,” he asserted.

Egbokhare called for integrity in governance and the encouragement of dissent, urging the movement to harness Nigeria’s talents to build a framework for productivity and growth.

He highlighted pressing national issues, including insecurity and corruption, and concluded that “good intentions are not enough.

‘’We must plan well, execute with discipline, and love what we preach. Strategy is not optional; success must be summoned; it will not walk to us uninvited.”

Also speaking, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr. Tanko Yunusa, reinforced the movement’s significance in Nigeria’s political landscape.

He addressed rumours regarding Peter Obi’s potential defection from Labour Party, clarifying that Obi remained a committed member.

“For the point of clearance, Mr Peter Obi is a member of Labour Party. You know there are still issues in the Labour Party and INEC is yet to respond to them,” he explained.


Yunusa further affirmed that Obi intended to run for the 2027 general elections and was focused on a single term if elected.

He stated: “If elected, he will provide Nigeria with a single term of purposeful leadership. The majority of our problems can be resolved in one year if we focus on essential human development, as he demonstrated during his tenure as governor of Anambra State.”

He emphasised the importance of setting a positive tone for governance, saying “one term to set the tone, restore hope, and pass the baton to a leadership class that understands service.”

Yunusa said the movement’s mission extended beyond electoral success, encompassing justice, fairness and access to basic needs in governance.

“We are dedicated to ensuring that government is truly for the people,” he urged, encouraging members to see themselves as ambassadors of a vision, rather than mere supporters of a candidate.


In his remark, the Oyo State Coordinator and convener, Mr Ayo Akinyemi, described the gathering as a pivotal moment for Obidient members in the state to unify their vision and strategies for national change.

While expressing a strong desire for transformation in Nigeria, Akinyemi stated: “We genuinely seek change in Nigeria and recognise that the country’s political and socio-economic challenges require collective determination.”

He positioned Peter Obi as the credible leader capable of driving the change, urging members to remain united and committed to the movement’s cause.

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Somebody in high places is getting jittery and paranoid.

Tambuwal identifies with the coalition in July and suddenly EFCC remembers his books.

They must be scared of the rumoured Obi/Tambuwal ticket.

ABUJA – Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals totalling N189 billion.

The withdrawals are said to contravene the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022.

Tambuwal reportedly arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, where he is being interrogated by investigators.

A senior EFCC source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the former governor is facing questions over suspicious transactions during his tenure, involving alleged unauthorised withdrawals of public funds.

“The withdrawals are in clear violation of the Money Laundering Act,” the source said, adding that the investigation has been ongoing for months.

EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, declined to comment until the interrogation is concluded.

Tambuwal, a senior figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), served as governor from 2015 to 2023 and was previously Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Further details are expected as the investigation continues.

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zoedew:
Clearly signposts Obi’s desperation. He’s headed down the cliff headlong!

That’s not yours to say.

You can’t predict what the outcome will be.

So, calm down and wait.

David Mark was represented by Sen Abubakar Yaradua who APC constructed a disclaimer for that he hasn’t joined APC?🤔

Why does APC lie about everything?

Which one is Kwankwaso doing?

Is he defecting to APC or poaching more APC members?

Everybody just dey play ping pong with Tinubu and his supporters’ head these days🤓

LagosOrigin:
Like play like play Peter Obi is coming o

I can't wait to have him as my president .

Nigeria will surely be great again in my time.

Aswear!

What all these things are doing is that it’s going to force conversation in the North.

Peter Obi will now be discussed even in circles where his name wasn’t hitherto discussed.

And in 3 months time, we will see those who doubt the sincerity of Obi’s pledge and begin to work on them.

The aim is so that before party congresses in 2026, Nigerians shall have known with near certainty that Obi is taking over from Tinubu.

The conversation is on; and before the end of 2025, a lot of gray areas must have been ironed out.

•Northern elders, groups, others split over one-term pledge.

•Core North can’t be deceived — Yakasai

The pledge made by the presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general elections, Mr. Peter Obi, that he would serve one term if elected in 2027, has ignited sharp divisions across Northern Nigeria, splitting elders, political groups, and youth movements along trust lines.

Obi had made the remark to assure the electorate of his commitment to the zoning arrangement on the presidency between the North and the South.

But many believed the remark was specifically made to woo northern voters while others doubt its sincerity.

In fact, notable political camps in the region, known for its numerical advantage during elections, have been pitched against each other.

Some told Sunday Vanguard that it was just a ploy to get northern support and votes while others said Obi should be trusted by the region.

Making his case, the presidential aspirant had restated his vow to serve only one term of four years if elected president, insisting that effective leadership is defined by impact, not time spent in office.

In a statement posted via his X (formerly Twitter) handle last Sunday, Obi referenced global figures such as Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and Nelson Mandela, noting that each led with principle and left enduring legacies despite short tenures.

“One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership”, he said.

“Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations.

“In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer.

“His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it.

Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service – however brief – that defines true statesmanship.

“It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct”.

Obi said his commitment was not a political gimmick, but a decision rooted in conviction and supported by his record of service in Anambra State where, according to him, he fulfilled clear and measurable promises without deviation.

Addressing recent jabs at his one-term declaration, he noted that some critics questioned his sincerity, with one suggesting psychiatric evaluation and another claiming he wouldn’t be believed even “if I swore by a shrine.”

“I understand the basis of their skepticism”, Obi said.

“They are judging me by their own standards — where political promises are made to be broken.

“But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth”.

The presidential aspirant stressed that public trust must be restored in Nigeria’s leadership and that focused, transparent governance can yield real results within the constitutional four-year window.

“Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference”, he declared.

“I do not intend to stay a day longer”.

Obi outlined key priorities if elected, including sanitising governance, tackling insecurity through proper use of national resources, improving education and healthcare, supporting small businesses, and transforming Nigeria into a productive economy driven by agriculture, technology, and manufacturing.

“These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years,” he said.

The politician concluded by affirming that he would not exceed a single term under any circumstance, describing his vow as a solemn commitment to purpose, not power.

National question

Speaking on the matter, National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Prof Tukur Muhammad Baba, said: “I think it’s not a question for the North. It is a national question. It is to be noted that such a stance is not a constitutional provision for which no political office holder will be held accountable for in this regard.

“In the past, others had made similar promises without effect. A presidential candidate, who is late, made a similar promise when campaigning for office, and we know what happened or rather what did not happen.

“At any rate, in the event that Peter Obi wins the presidency and goes on to perform well, will the nation be forced not to elect him for a second allowable term in office?”

“In this regard, Mr. Obi’s promise sounds crass and unnecessary. Few will believe or take it serious. For him, such a pledge defies logic and is unnecessary.”

Trust

For his part, a former Secretary General of the ACF, Anthony Sani, said: “I would say the political arithmetic is simple. Peter Obi’s pledge to do only one term of four years from 2027 to 2031 is informed more by his desire to seek accommodation by the politics of zoning which makes it mandatory for the presidency to leave the South in 2031 to the North.

“President Bola Tinubu is the only southerner who has only one term of four years (2027-2031) to go. Other aspirants are constitutionally allowed to do maximum of two terms of four years each.

“Naturally, northerners would prefer President Bola Tinubu to Peter Obi due to the term limits for the two of them: Bola Tinubu has only one term left while Peter Obi can do two terms.

“That is what has compelled Peter Obi to pledge he would do one term from 2027 to 2031. The pledge is not based on performance but informed by expedience.

“And given the nature of politics, which is about group goals, group interest, group cohesion, group coherence and even group conspiracy, the decision to re-contest after one term would not be taken by Peter Obi alone. His group will have a say. “As a result, northerners may not trust President Peter Obi will leave office after one term.”

Desperation

Also speaking, Speaker of Arewa Youth Assembly, Salihu Muhammad Danlami, said: “Northern Nigeria cannot accept Peter Obi’s one-term promise. This is pure desperation to get power.

“We cannot forget in a hurry how Peter Obi turned the 2023 presidential election into a religious and ethnic affair. “Northerners cannot fall on such a cheap promise from someone like Peter Obi. “Even Goodluck Jonathan made such a promise during 2011, but still went on to contest in 2015.

“Power must come back to Northern Nigeria after the South has spent eight years in power. We have two southerners who have one more term to rule: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former President Goodluck Jonathan. Let’s vote wisely.”

To the National President of the Northern Youth Council of Nigeria, Isah Abubakar, Peter Obi’s pledge to serve only a single term if elected president should be viewed with scepticism.

Abubakar argued that this promise is a political tactic designed to win support from Northern voters in the 2027 general elections, and therefore, should not be taken seriously.

He pointed to the precedent set by former President Muhammadu Buhari, who also promised a single term in 2015 but ultimately ran for re-election.

Abubakar contended that if a widely trusted leader like Buhari did not honour a similar pledge, it’s unlikely that Obi would either.

Resistance

He suggested that a new Southern candidate would face significant resistance from the North in 2027, given that Tinubu is already a Southern leader nearing the end of his first term.

According to him, it would be in the North’s best interest to back Tinubu for a second term rather than support a new candidate who may not adhere to their four-year term limit.

As an alternative, Abubakar proposed that if the South seeks a change in leadership, they could present Jonathan as a candidate, who is eligible to serve only a single four-year term.

This, he believed, would allow the South to complete its eight-year presidential tenure without exceeding it, preventing a potential twelve-year run of Southern leadership.

Abubakar further asserted that while Obi himself may be trustworthy, the decision to run for a second term would ultimately be controlled by political power brokers and not by Obi alone, making it improbable for him to uphold his promise.

Trust deficit

The National Coordinator of the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Jamilu Charanchi, told Sunday Vanguard that there is already trust deficit in the political process.

He said: “Nigeria’s political landscape continues to suffer from a chronic trust deficit, driven by a long-standing culture of empty promises and post-election betrayal.

“Politicians, regardless of party affiliation, have mastered the art of pledging radical change during campaigns, only to abandon those commitments once they assume office.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unfulfilled vow to provide stable electricity, coupled with premature whispers of a second-term ambition, exemplifies this troubling pattern. “Equally, Peter Obi’s one-term pledge, though appealing to reform-minded voters, still fits into the familiar script of high-sounding declarations with little clarity on implementation or accountability.

“Nigerians, now more politically aware than ever, are beginning to demand more than rhetoric.

“The electorate is growing tired of theatrical politics and is calling for verifiable action and measurable results. “As 2027 approaches, particularly in the North, voters must shift from emotional allegiance to strategic political judgment where performance, not personality, becomes the currency of support.

“It is only by insisting on delivery over dialogue, and substance over slogans, that the nation can reclaim its democratic integrity and chart a path toward meaningful governance.

“In the next election cycle, trust must no longer be handed out on the basis of eloquence. It must be earned through results.”

Duration

Lending his voice to the debate, Elder Sunday Oibe of Northern CAN, said: “Honestly, it’s not the duration and length or otherwise of how long one stays in the office but rather, the impact created when in office.

“I believe that any person with capacity and clear vision of what he or she wants to achieve is doable within four years.

“It is not the issue of whether the North accepts it or not but rather, what the Nigerian society wants.

“When limiting this discussion to the issue of North, they are not being fair to the rest of Nigerians.

“The Nigeria project is more than a sectional focus. The question of whether Obi can be trusted is misplaced because, has he done anything that shows he can’t be trusted before now? “All those that have been given opportunity to lead before Peter Obi, what has been their pedigree? Why were they trusted with power? If they can be trusted with power, why not Peter Obi with his success stories both in private and public life?

“Unless we learn to respect and trust others, Nigeria will remain stagnant. I don’t think that the promise is for the purposes of getting the votes from the North.

“Nigeria should by now realize that Peter is only offering himself like others to contribute to bringing Nigeria out of the wood.

“He doesn’t seem desperate to me. Let’s judge all those seeking to lead by their public utterances and body language and it will be obvious that Mr Peter Obi seems to be honest with Nigerians thus far.”

Core North

In Kano, gubernatorial candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Salihu Tanko Yakasai, told Sunday Vanguard that Obi can’t be trusted on his promise to serve for only one term.

He described the pledge as gimmicks that cannot sway voters, especially those from the core North.

Yakasai said: “Yes, I’ve also heard Obi’s promise of one term, I believe he has said it multiple times now, and to be honest and frank, I doubt if this will sway voters, especially those that aren’t his supporters, particularly those from the core North.

“We all know politicians and their promises. Before election they promise you heaven, after election, they’ll shamelessly backtrack on it with zero remorse.

“For example, there is a video of President Tinubu saying if he doesn’t give Nigerians 24 hours electricity, we should not vote for him for second term. “It’s two years, we don’t have 24 hours electricity. We won’t have it before 2027. “But here he is campaigning to be re-elected already.

“Because of this nature of our politicians, I doubt Nigerians, especially the Northern part, will take this promise by Peter Obi seriously.”

Kebbi State Coordinator of Coalition of Northern Groups, Comrade Munsur Guzura, described the single tenure statement as a mere political statement.

He said politicians, including Obi, make pledges they can never keep just to win the mercy of gullible electorate.

According to him, the North is interested in ADC and is ready to vote the party if Atiku will fly the presidential flag of the party.

He said, therefore, the only way out for Obi in the North is to be the running mate of Atiku.

His words: “The North is plagued by insecurity, hunger and poverty, and the current Southern President is not doing anything about them.

“We can’t trust any candidate from the South-East or West because we believe only a northerner who knows our problem can fix our problems. It is not Obi or any other person.

“If Obi wins and finishes his first tenure, will he hand over to another southerner or northerner? If Obi goes solo without a northerner, he won’t win in the North.”

Zoning

Nigeria operates an unconstitutional power-sharing arrangement, which is often referred to as zoning between the North and South.

Under this understanding, the presidency is expected to alternate between the two regions after every eight years.

The incumbent, Tinubu, is from the South and is currently serving his first term, which will end in 2031 if he is re-elected.

Already, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has seized on Obi’s one-term pledge as a political weapon, portraying it as evidence of uncertainty and lack of long-term commitment.

Party strategists have begun deploying the remark in public discourse and campaign narratives to undermine Obi’s credibility ahead of 2027.

Despite such attacks, Obi’s 2023 presidential performance shows that his influence cuts across regional lines.


He won in key Northern states such as Nasarawa, Plateau, and the Federal Capital Territory, while also sweeping strategic Southern states including Lagos, Delta, Edo, Enugu, and Anambra.

Analysts believe this cross-regional appeal could make him a formidable contender again, regardless of the controversies surrounding his promise.

National President of Arewa Youths Consultative Forum, AYCF, Yerima Shettima, said: “This commitment raises several questions, particularly regarding its acceptability to the Northern electorate, the trustworthiness of Obi’s intentions, and whether this pledge was merely a strategic maneuver to garner votes from the North.“The Northern region of Nigeria has historically wielded significant political power, often dictating the terms of presidential elections through its substantial voter base.

The promise of a one-term presidency by Peter Obi could be seen as a double-edged sword. On one hand, it may resonate with some Northern voters who are weary of the political status quo and the cyclical nature of leadership that often leads to regional marginalization. A one-term commitment could be interpreted as a step towards fostering inclusivity and addressing the concerns of various ethnic groups, including the North.“However, the acceptability of this promise is contingent on the broader context of Nigeria’s politics.

The North has often been wary of candidates from other regions, particularly the South, fearing that their interests will be sidelined. Obi’s promise might not be enough to assuage these fears, especially considering the historical grievances between the North and South. For many Northern voters, the assurance of a single term may not outweigh the apprehensions regarding the potential for a Southern president to prioritize Southern interests over national unity.

“Trust is a vital currency in politics, and Obi’s promise of a one-term presidency raises questions about his sincerity and the feasibility of such a commitment. Critics may argue that political promises are often made during campaigns with little intention of being fulfilled.

The political landscape is fraught with unpredictability, and circumstances can change rapidly once a candidate assumes office. Obi’s ability to maintain this commitment would depend on a myriad of factors, including the political climate, party pressures, and the expectations of his constituents.“The timing and context of Obi’s one-term promise suggest that it may have been strategically crafted to appeal to Northern voters.

In a political environment where regional sentiments are heightened, candidates often tailor their messages to resonate with specific demographics. By offering a one-term presidency, Obi may have aimed to alleviate fears among Northern voters about the long-term implications of a Southern presidency, thereby making his candidacy more palatable.”

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Peter Obi is the consensus candidate of the coalition.

GEJ is not coming back anywhere.

And Atiku will not run either.

But this GEJ rumours are becoming too rife to be just rumors.

helinues:
Tell the South East governors to start all you listed above. Wondering why you guys always think too much of yourself, one tribe out of how many.

Imagine calling others fools because of politics.

Your Peter Obi increased Anambra state tuition fee by 100% claiming education is not for the poor, the same Peter Obi has been running his mouth as if he never governed before or had the opportunity to change things.

Eish

Why are you triggered?

When we talk about New Nigeria, fools think it’s because we want Peter Obi to be president or because we want Igbo presidency. No!

It’s because we want value reorientation where the right things will be prioritized and valued again.

With the way Nigeria currently is, I would rather be a boy boy to the Special Assistant to a Special Assistant than strive to become a professor.

I have no issue with Falcons and D’Tigress being rewarded but like Punch said, we should reward teachers too.

If I ever become president, teachers will be one of the highest paid; and teaching will be one of the most difficult professions to qualify for.

There’s a reason Tinubu is paranoid and trying to buy everyone buyable in the south.

It’s because he knows that he only genuinely won 4 Southwest states in 2023.

Oyo
Ondo
Ogun
Ekiti.

Everything else was written for him while INEC told us to go to court.

But the fear now is that they know INEC can no longer deceive us that they will transmit results electronically.

Again, they know we will no longer wait to be told “go to court”.

But on a serious note, I was ready to swear with my testicles that nobody will be worse than Buhari.

I would have been ball-less by now🤦

Toruibestate:
Guy Bayelsa is the size of 3 Igbo States put together in area.

How many LGAs?

And what is the population?

And stop lying and making spurious claims. No Igbo State is below 6,000sqm. Multiply that by 3, that’s 12k. Bayelsa is 10k.

So, wrap it up.

Putindbutt:
Ipob 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I thought you guys love Jonathan so much that you carry his matter on your head. why all this campaign against him now?. Since the news broke, una no gree sleep. I thought you guys will be happy for GEJ coming back but because your Obi stand no chance and will no longer enjoy the attention , you don start your agenda against GEJ.

Obi and GEJ together on same ballot, I can guarantee you that Obi will get more votes than Jonathan even in Southsouth.

Jonathan will forever be our man and will always have our respect. But he should rest.

It’s Obi’s time.

SmartPolician:
There's a saying: if we know better, we do better. Yes, Jonathan is better than Peter Obi and will do a better job because he has been there before. There's a huge gap between being a governor and being a president.

But I don't think he's coming back because I remember there was a law passed during the last administration that disqualified him from returning to Aso Rock.

You’ve tested GEJ as President, have you tested Obi as president?

Can you compare Jonathan’s achievement as governor of Bayelsa to Peter Obi’s achievement as governor of Anambra?

Peter Obi took Anambra from the jaws of godfathers and till today, the godfthers have lost control of Anambra. Can you say that of Jonathan? Was he able to save Nigeria from the evil holding it down?

Anambra was a den of criminals before Obi. But he came and brought sanity to the state.

Jonathan was governor of Bayelsa, a state that is one of the highest earners from FAAC and the smallest state in Nigeria, but what can you point at as Jonathan’s achievement with that?

We’ve tried Jonathan and saw what he did. He was so weak he could not see through the removal of fuel subsidy.

He watched while APC criminals came together and took Nigeria. Such a thing cannot happen under Obi, and that’s why they are afraid of him.

So, I still hold Jonathan in high esteem but he should remain a statesman let’s try Obi.

It has been going on like a rumour but we know that everything starts off like a rumour in Nigeria.

We have heard that some people, northerners especially, are trying to draft Jonathan into the 2027 presidential election because he’s constitutionally restricted to just one term which is safer for the north than trusting Peter Obi’s unbinding promise of a single term.

But the question is, should Jonathan run again?

Should he move from being a statesman to jumping around for campaign again?

Is Jonathan better than Peter Obi?

zero8zero:
Who's Bala?, what clout does he have in PDP?. that one that Wike has put a leash on 😂😂. After collecting Obi's bribe, it won't stop him working against him. He became Governor with Wike's help yet doesn't stop him attacking Wike.
Besides, I thought you guys carry GEJ matter on your head, so why are you guy against GEJ's return?. Since the news broke, you guys have been kicking against him, running different propaganda against GEJ just because of Obi 😂😂. Where is your fake love for GEJ? 🤣🤣🤣

And the GEJ that you people have insulted since 2013 is now the best thing after Agege bread.

Can you tell us why?

MrMcJay:
Please, stop saying things like this. It attracts mockery to you and makes people make fun of your true intentions.

Why not tell us who is Jonathan’s closest ally in the north if it’s not Bala Mohammed.

zero8zero:
So Obi has taken his bribe money to Bauchi to go bribe Gov Bala. The north has said they trust GEJ more than the fraud.

If PDP was working on bringing Jonathan back, the arrowhead of that move would be Bala Mohammed.

Bala Mohammed is Jonathan’s closest ally in the north.

Now, if same Bala is begging Obi to come back to PDP, what does that tell you?

It means Jonathan will not stand election in Nigeria again. Instead, he would stand surety for Obi in the north.

I would have told you to wake up and smell the coffee but I don’t even want you to smell the coffee.

You people should continue to excite yourselves in ignorance.

In following with several similar calls by other PDP stakeholders, Gov Bala Mohammed of Bauchi has begged Peter Obi to come to PDP.

Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi state, has appealed Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Mohammed, who chairs the PDP Governors’ Forum, spoke on Friday at the government house in Bauchi during a meeting with Obi and his supporters.

The governor, who criticised politicians for adopting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as their platform for the 2025 elections, said opposition leaders should put aside their personal interests ahead of 2027.

“We have to harmonise our interests in the interest of the people of Nigeria. The opposition must come together. This ADC, PDP and even the remaining political parties should come together,” he said.

“And we don’t even hate the present administration; we wish they would do better. But as I discussed with you, there’s no budget; there is no plan. Everything is about politics from day one.

“And we have to be cautious, not to disparage our people. We have to unite the opposition, our ego and our interests. So, we can present a common front to compete and ensure that we go to the promised land.”

Mohammed said the APC has failed to fulfil its campaign promises, citing economic policies which has caused hardship.

“There is a lot of hunger and anger. And we don’t want to cause so many disparaging movements.”

“So, please come back. That is where you belong. Don’t go anywhere that is in disarray.”

In his remarks, Obi said he was in the north-east state to meet with students in the state.

Speaking with journalists after the meeting, Obi said Nigeria needs competent politicians who are committed to development.

“Our politics must change. It has to be politics of development, competence, capacity and compassion, where we care for other people,” he said.

“How can we solve it together? Alliance is not for power grabbing, but to bring about changes and development.”

The LP chieftain donated N10 million to Malikiya College of Nursing Sciences and Intisharu Islamic and N5 million to the Quranic Memorisation School in the state.

Despite being a chieftain of the LP, Obi is a member of the ADC coalition.

The PDP has been making efforts to bring Obi back to the party.

In July, Jerry Gana, a founding member of the PDP, confirmed talks with Obi, saying the party is now a “credible alternative” for the 2027 elections.

https://www.thecable.ng/please-come-back-bala-mohammed-asks-obi-to-return-to-pdp/

The world is beginning to call the bluff of US and Israel, and I don’t think it’s a good sign.

I like as Maradona Peter Obi dey play political tiki taka with brains of APC, Tinubu and his supporters.

Today they project Atiku.

Tomorrow they resurrect Jonathan.

Next tomorrow they are digging up old shits on Obi.

But one thing is certain, Tinubu will not last in Aso Rock beyond 29th May, 2027.

And only a fool will believe Jonathan will stand for election again in Nigeria. Only bumbling fool would.

OlujobaSamuel:
Some of you just see governance as fighting some leaders as good governance.
I don't have the time to compare Sanwo-Olu to Ambode, na you get that time.
Fyi, there is no govt in this country or state that I don't get one or two things from as an individual, continue with your comparison

Such a shame that you couldn’t say what Sanwolu has done better than Ambode after 6 years.

Such a shame!