Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to unite under what he described as “Operation Rescue Nigeria” as preparations gradually begin for the 2027 general elections.
Speaking in Uyo at the OBIDIENT Conference and declaration for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Obi said the initiative is aimed at securing the country’s future rather than advancing personal ambition.
“Operation Rescue Nigeria is not about me; it is about our collective future and the generations that will suffer the consequences of bad governance,” he said, calling on citizens to set aside their differences and collaborate to rebuild Nigeria through democratic processes.
Obi stressed the need for credible elections in 2027, insisting that real-time electronic transmission of results must be guaranteed to enhance transparency.
“Nigeria must get it right in 2027. Election results must be transmitted online in real time,” he said, noting that openness in the electoral process is vital to restoring public confidence in democracy.
He explained that his decision to leave the Labour Party followed information that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) would not recognise the party’s leadership while he remained a member.
“I left the Labour Party when I got informed that as long as I remain, INEC will not recognise its leadership,” Obi stated.
The former Anambra State governor also confirmed his intention to contest the next presidential election, reaffirming his commitment to providing what he described as responsible leadership.
Obi criticised the current administration over the country’s growing public debt, warning that repayment obligations could weigh heavily on future generations.
“The current administration has collected more loans than every other administration, and most of these loans will be repaid between 2045 and 2050,” he said.
He pledged that, if elected, his government would prioritise investments in education and healthcare, tackle poverty, and address insecurity nationwide.
Supporters Mobilise Under ADC
Meanwhile, Tanko Yunusa, global coordinator of the Obidient Movement, urged supporters to intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the polls.
He noted that the movement would align with the African Democratic Congress as its political platform while expanding voter outreach.
“This election is not about an individual but about the future of Nigeria,” Yunusa said.
Supporters of Obi added that early mobilisation efforts are already underway to build momentum for the next presidential contest.
