Kwankwaso Opens Up on Obi’s One-Term Promise Ahead of 2027 Election

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has revealed a significant agreement with the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

According to Kwankwaso, both leaders signed a written commitment ensuring that if elected president in the 2027 general election, Peter Obi would serve only one four-year term.

Kwankwaso shared this information during a Channels Television interview, expressing his strong belief that Obi would honor the agreement, which stipulates that the presidency would revert to the North after Obi's single four-year tenure.

When questioned about the binding nature of Obi’s one-term pledge, Kwankwaso affirmed his trust in the former Anambra State governor, stating, "I personally believe him. Based on what I know about him, I don’t think he will change his mind when the time comes. We are all gentlemen, and we have accepted to put it on paper."

He further disclosed that two distinct agreements were formalized: one for the party and another personal agreement between the two political figures. The core of this understanding commits both leaders to collaboratively deliver a successful administration from 2027 to 2031, after which, power is designated to return to the North.

Kwankwaso also explained his decision to accept the vice-presidential nomination, despite previously seeking the presidency. He clarified that this arrangement was rooted in the principles of equity, fairness and national balance.

Both leaders concurred that the South should hold the presidency for a single term before the power transition back to the North, an understanding described as a consensus aimed at bolstering national unity.

Concurrently, Peter Obi, the NDC presidential candidate for 2027, has voiced his confidence in emerging victorious in the upcoming election. Obi articulated that he perceives the contest not as a personal political struggle, but rather as a confrontation between the Nigerian populace and the incumbent government.

In a widely circulated video interview on social media, the former Anambra State governor emphasized his role as a representative of Nigerians yearning for change, asserting that the outcome of the election will ultimately be decided by the people.

Obi declared, "I will not lose because the election is now between the people and the Nigerian government. I believe that people have suffered enough." He underscored that the election should not be misconstrued as a contest centered on his individual personality.

He clarified his position, stating, "This election is not about me telling the people what to do because it’s the people who would either win or lose against the government. So, whatever they decide to do, I don’t know because I’m not controlling them. Even if they have to go to court, it is the people suing the government. So, this election is between the people and the government."

Obi concluded by stating that he serves merely as a conduit through which Nigerians can pursue their collective aspirations for change.