Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has declared that he is open to the possibility of Peter Obi contesting the 2027 presidential election without him.
Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Tuesday night, Baba-Ahmed addressed speculation about his political future and potential shift to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
He said, “My own thinking is that you should convince me why I should go to ADC. Where was ADC in 2023 when Labour Party got 10 million votes? I’m yet to be convinced to leave LP.”
Baba-Ahmed emphasized that he remains committed to the Labour Party, describing it as a viable platform and expressing hope that Peter Obi would return to secure the party’s presidential nomination.
“Labour Party’s arms are open to welcome back Peter Obi. I would like Peter Obi to win the nomination of Labour Party and contest in 2027, with or without me,” he stated.
The remarks come amid ongoing political realignments and growing anticipation over who will emerge as key contenders for the 2027 elections.
