Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has officially confirmed his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election. He has pledged to serve only a single four-year term if elected, emphasizing his commitment to national stability within two years of assuming office. This declaration was made during recent live interactive sessions on X Spaces, where he addressed supporters and various political speculations.

Obi dismissed rumors of a potential joint presidential ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, clarifying that no such agreement exists. He maintained that his involvement in any proposed political coalition is strictly contingent on its focus on pressing national challenges. Obi stated that if a coalition is not dedicated to ending killings in states like Benue and Zamfara, reviving the economy, making industries productive, and putting food on Nigerians' tables, he would not participate. He stressed that Nigeria is currently "at war" and requires urgent, focused action from its leaders.

Regarding his potential administration, Obi outlined a clear set of priorities for his first 100 days in office. These include prioritizing security, education, and poverty eradication. He also vowed to implement significant cost-cutting measures and relentlessly fight corruption, promising that his family would not be involved in any corrupt practices and that public funds would be channeled into critical sectors. He further pledged to uphold democratic integrity by ensuring a strong opposition in party politics and preventing elected officials from defecting to other parties under his watch.

Obi also voiced strong criticism of the current administration's priorities and the conduct of leaders. He specifically referenced President Bola Tinubu's frequent international travels, questioning his long stays abroad in places like St. Lucia (which he noted is smaller than Ilorin, Nigeria's 10th largest city) while allegedly not spending a single night in any Nigerian state outside Lagos since assuming office. He lamented the contrast between leaders commissioning bus stops and holidaying, while Nigerians are dying in various parts of the country due to insecurity.

The former Anambra State Governor reaffirmed his belief in the rotation of government between the North and South, a principle he claims to have implemented during his tenure as governor. He also spoke about ongoing efforts to resolve the internal leadership crisis within the Labour Party, working towards securing the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) recognition for the Nenadi Usman-led faction, in accordance with a Supreme Court ruling.

Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, Obi assured his supporters of a different approach, committing to a non-violent process and insisting that electoral integrity will be maintained, with the right procedures followed before result announcements. He emphasized that "our votes in 2027 will count, and we will ensure they count." He concluded by highlighting his track record in Anambra State, where he was physically present during crises, and reiterated that any leader serving Nigeria should be ready to put their life on the line for the populace, underscoring the importance of a stable government for international credibility.