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Lamido: I’ll Support Peter Obi in 2027 If He Emerges as Coalition Flagbearer
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A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Governor of Jigawa State, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared his willingness to support Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election—if Obi emerges as the candidate of the proposed opposition coalition.
Speaking during an interview, Lamido responded to questions about Obi’s reported promise to serve only one four-year term if elected president. Lamido stated that while he remains committed to the PDP, he is open to supporting any candidate with a genuine vision to rescue Nigeria from its current challenges.
“If the coalition produces Peter Obi or anyone else committed to rescuing Nigeria, I will support them. But I will remain PDP,” Lamido said.
The former Minister of Foreign Affairs (1999–2003) emphasized the need for Nigeria to rise above ethnic and regional sentiments in leadership decisions.
“We should have outgrown tribal and regional sentiments. Leadership should be about competence and vision, not geography. What has the North gained from producing the most presidents if the region remains underdeveloped?” he questioned.
Lamido further noted that Nigeria needs a united front to confront the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), adding that he will align with any movement that shares that objective.
He also offered insight into the origin of the PDP’s zoning arrangement, explaining that it was originally designed to address the political tension following the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election.
“Zoning was meant to be a healing mechanism, a temporary measure to restore trust. But now, it has become an albatross,” he added.
Lamido’s statement comes amid growing conversations around possible realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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