November 9, 2026

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Rising fire outbreaks: Peter Obi mourns victims, seeks urgent reform of Nigeria’s emergency services 2023 LP Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Rising fire outbreaks: Peter Obi mourns victims, seeks urgent reform of Nigeria’s emergency services

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja January 10, 2026
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the recent wave of fire outbreaks across Nigeria, describing the incidents as a wake-up call for urgent reforms in the country’s emergency response system. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter)...
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Peter Obi: Poverty deepens as 141 million Nigerians struggle while politicians jostle for power Peter Obi

Peter Obi: Poverty deepens as 141 million Nigerians struggle while politicians jostle for power

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja January 9, 2026
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening poverty crisis, warning that the country is sliding deeper into hardship while political actors remain preoccupied with power struggles. In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle titled “While...
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Peter Obi blasts Nigerian Govt over unpaid Super Eagles allowances, says it’s a national embarrassment 2023 LP Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Peter Obi blasts Nigerian Govt over unpaid Super Eagles allowances, says it’s a national embarrassment

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja January 8, 2026
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised the continued failure of Nigerian authorities to pay match allowances owed to the Super Eagles, describing the situation as a national embarrassment and an unnecessary distraction for the players. In a post shared on his official X (formerly...
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₦8trn NNPC debt write-off: Obi accuses FG of normalising financial recklessness Former LP Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

₦8trn NNPC debt write-off: Obi accuses FG of normalising financial recklessness

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja January 7, 2026
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has sharply criticised what he described as an emerging “era of financial recklessness” in Nigeria, following the reported approval of massive debt write-offs involving the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). In a statement shared via his official...
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‘ADC is a gathering of disgruntled politicians” — Datti vows not to dump LP like Obi Datti Baba- Ahmed , Labour Party Vice Presidential Candidate.

‘ADC is a gathering of disgruntled politicians” — Datti vows not to dump LP like Obi

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- January 7, 2026
As the battle lines for the 2027 general election begin to harden, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed has drawn a sharp line against political defections, firing pointed shots at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and distancing himself from the path taken by his former principal, Peter Obi. Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party...
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Peter Obi presidency a joint project of all Nigerians – Obident Movement Former LP Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Peter Obi presidency a joint project of all Nigerians – Obident Movement

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- January 4, 2026
The Obidient Movement has issued a firm clarification following what it described as deliberate distortions and malicious propaganda linked to a recent interview by its National Coordinator, Dr Tanko Yunusa. In a press statement titled “THE PETER OBI PRESIDENCY: A JOINT PROJECT OF ALL NIGERIANS,” the movement said the...
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ADC defection: Presidency says Peter Obi lacks ideological consistency Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi on Wednesday officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC)

ADC defection: Presidency says Peter Obi lacks ideological consistency

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja January 2, 2026
Presidency has dismissed the recent defection of former presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, from the Labour Party to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the move as politically hollow and driven by personal ambition rather than ideology. In a strongly worded statement titled “IMPRISONED BY AMBITION: Welcome to 2027:...
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‘Prosperity cannot come by taxing poverty’ — Peter Obi slams Tinubu’s tax policies NDC Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

‘Prosperity cannot come by taxing poverty’ — Peter Obi slams Tinubu’s tax policies

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- January 2, 2026
Former presidential candidate and ex-Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has strongly criticised the Federal Government’s taxation policies, warning that Nigeria cannot achieve prosperity by placing heavier financial burdens on already struggling citizens. In a statement shared on his X handle, Obi argued that genuine economic transformation begins...
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Peter Obi gets boost as COPDEM mobilises 5 million members for ADC Peter Obi gets boost as COPDEM mobilises 5 million members for ADC

Peter Obi gets boost as COPDEM mobilises 5 million members for ADC

By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos January 2, 2026
Coalition for the Protection of Democracy (COPDEM) has declared its support for Mr. Peter Obi following his entry into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pledging nationwide mobilisation and grassroots backing for his political engagement within the party. The COPDEM National Chairman, Rwang Pam, made the declaration on Thursday while...
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LP says Peter Obi’s defection ‘liberates’ party, asks Nigerians’ forgiveness for 2023 presidential choice Former Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

LP says Peter Obi’s defection ‘liberates’ party, asks Nigerians’ forgiveness for 2023 presidential choice

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja January 1, 2026
Labour Party (LP) has described the defection of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and some of his supporters to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a “liberation” for the party, while also issuing a public apology to Nigerians for fielding what it now calls an “unfitting” presidential candidate...
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Presidency mocks Obi’s ADC defection, says he remains bitter over 2023 defeat 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi and President Bola Tinubu

Presidency mocks Obi’s ADC defection, says he remains bitter over 2023 defeat

Tom Chiahemen January 1, 2026
Presidency has reacted sharply to the defection of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the move as another episode in what it called his “wandering” political career. In a post on his verified X handle, the Special Adviser to the President...
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Despite Obi defection talks, Governor Otti vows to stay in LP, says ‘my duty is to fix it’ Abia State Governor, Alex Otti

Despite Obi defection talks, Governor Otti vows to stay in LP, says ‘my duty is to fix it’

Tom Chiahemen December 31, 2025
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has restated his loyalty to the Labour Party, declaring that he has no plans to defect, even amid speculations surrounding the political moves of the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. Otti made the position clear on Wednesday at the Government House in...
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Peter Obi, South-East political heavyweights dump LP, declare for ADC in Enugu Peter Obi, South-East political heavyweights dump LP, declare for ADC in Enugu

Peter Obi, South-East political heavyweights dump LP, declare for ADC in Enugu

Tom Chiahemen December 31, 2025
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has formally aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alongside several prominent political leaders from the South-East. The declaration was made on Wednesday in Enugu, the Enugu State capital, where the leaders converged to announce...
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Obi, Kwankwaso send prayers to Anthony Joshua after tragic Ogun road accident Former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua

Obi, Kwankwaso send prayers to Anthony Joshua after tragic Ogun road accident

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja December 30, 2025
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, alongside ex–Kano State Governor and NNPP leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have expressed deep concern over the road accident involving former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, in Makun, Ogun State. In a statement shared on his official X...
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Zamfara bombing: Peter Obi laments rising insecurity, says Nigeria must put human lives first 2023 LP Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Zamfara bombing: Peter Obi laments rising insecurity, says Nigeria must put human lives first

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja December 28, 2025
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent bombing in Zamfara State, describing it as heartbreaking and unacceptable, especially coming just days after a similar attack in Borno State. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle...
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Peter Obi slams reps for rejecting bill to criminalise vote buying at party primaries Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Peter Obi slams reps for rejecting bill to criminalise vote buying at party primaries

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja December 21, 2025
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticised the House of Representatives for failing to criminalise vote buying at the level of party primaries, describing the decision as a major setback in Nigeria’s fight for credible elections. In a post shared on his X handle on Sunday,...
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“From padded budgets to forged laws”: Peter Obi alleges grave irregularities after Tinubu’s 2026 budget presentation Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

“From padded budgets to forged laws”: Peter Obi alleges grave irregularities after Tinubu’s 2026 budget presentation

Tom Chiahemen December 20, 2025
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised serious concerns over Nigeria’s governance process, accusing the Federal Government of presiding over what he described as the fabrication of laws following the presentation of the 2026 national budget. In a strongly worded statement titled “ _Migrating from Padded Budgets...
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2027 campaigns: Obi slams Tinubu for sharing luxury vehicles while Nigerians battle economic hardship 2027 NDC Presidential candidate, Peter Obi and President Bola Tinubu

2027 campaigns: Obi slams Tinubu for sharing luxury vehicles while Nigerians battle economic hardship

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja December 5, 2025
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the alleged distribution of luxury vehicles by the Tinubu led administration as part of early mobilisation for the 2027 elections, describing the action as a reckless display of insensitivity at a time Nigerians are battling severe economic hardship. In a strongly worded...
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Peter Obi condemns ECOWAS double standard after Guinea-Bissau coup, Nigeria’s election technical glitch Peter Obi was the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP)

Peter Obi condemns ECOWAS double standard after Guinea-Bissau coup, Nigeria’s election technical glitch

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- December 1, 2025
In a sharp critique of regional election oversight, former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has accused ECOWAS of applying a “double standard” following political upheavals in Guinea-Bissau and technical disruptions during Nigeria’s elections. Obi in a post on his verified X handle on Sunday, eflected on the unfolding...
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