Peter Obi frames 2027 election as Nigerians vs APC-led govt, cites 2023 INEC bias

Peter Obi, NDC presidential candidate, declared the 2027 general election will be a contest between 'Nigerians and the APC-led government,' not a party rivalry. Speaking in an Arise Television interview aired Thursday, Obi argued Nigerians must not repeat 2023's mistake of trusting INEC chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, whom he accused of 'working for the opposite' despite public claims of impartiality. 'This time, we will only trust them by doing the right thing,' Obi stated, emphasizing that Nigerians must actively ensure electoral integrity rather than rely on institutional promises. He referenced Yakubu's extensive international travel during 2023 as evidence of misplaced priorities while insisting Nigerians now possess 'proof' of the chairman's partisanship. Obi dismissed dwelling on past failures, stating 'those who think about yesterday would miss tomorrow,' and urged citizens to focus on securing a credible 2027 process. The interview followed recent NDC appeals for small donations (N1,000-N2,000) to fund their campaign and Obi's controversial remark about 'putting sellotape in Wike's mouth' if appointed. This framing highlights deepening voter distrust in electoral institutions ahead of 2027, directly challenging the APC's governance narrative while positioning Obi as the candidate of popular sovereignty over party politics. With INEC's credibility still contested post-2023, Obi's message resonates with citizens demanding transparent elections without blind faith in officials.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/10/2027-its-nigerians-versus-apc-led-govt-peter-obi/