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Published on 2024-04-02 05:17:28
A former spokesman of the Atiku-Okowa presidential campaign council, Daniel Bwala, has raised concerns about the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the challenges he is facing within the party. Bwala highlighted the fact that Obi is currently in a dilemma due to the lack of an automatic ticket in the Social Democratic Party, which he plans to join if he decides to leave the Labour Party.
Obi has recently expressed his intentions to leave the Labour Party before the 2027 general elections if the issues within the party are not resolved. The party has been embroiled in a leadership crisis between Lamidi Apapa and Julius Abure, as well as an ownership crisis following claims by the Nigeria Labour Congress. This has created a tumultuous environment for Obi, who is now considering his options for the upcoming elections.
Bwala expressed concern that Obi may struggle to secure a ticket in the Social Democratic Party, as they do not offer automatic tickets. This has put Obi in a difficult position, as he may face challenges in winning delegate elections due to his lack of grassroots support. Additionally, Bwala noted that a former president is finding it challenging to garner support for Obi, as there is a preference to give another candidate their due time to reform Nigeria.
It has been suggested that Obi should focus on campaigning and appealing to core northern Nigeria and Muslim communities to dispel the notion that he relies on identity politics. While Obi has begun this process, there are concerns that foreign media may perceive him as difficult to re-brand based on analytics of his chances of success in the upcoming election.
Furthermore, Obi’s base, known as the ‘Obedient’ people, has made it clear that they will not accept any merger that jeopardizes his presidential aspirations. This has placed Obi in a difficult position, as he navigates between the desires of his supporters and the challenges he faces within the political landscape.
Overall, the situation surrounding Peter Obi and his political future remains uncertain as he grapples with the complexities of party politics and the expectations of his constituents. It is evident that Obi is facing a formidable challenge as he strives to navigate the ever-changing political landscape in Nigeria.
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