Lagos Apc Tells Peter Obi to Pause Presidential Plans

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has asked Peter Obi to rethink any plans to run for president in 2027 after the Labour Party’s weak showing in the Anambra governorship election.

Seye Oladejo, the APC spokesman in Lagos, issued the call in a statement that reacted to the vote. He said the result showed problems for the Labour Party at the grassroots and for Obi’s Obedient Movement.

“The result, especially in Obi’s polling unit, showed that LP’s structure in his base was crumbling. Social media popularity cannot replace consistent political organisation and voter engagement.

“The Anambra election offers important lessons on structure and performance,” he said.

Oladejo added that while President Bola Tinubu is focused on running the country and carrying out reforms, other parties and leaders must work to improve their ground operations.

“APC’s showing in Anambra demonstrated increasing public confidence in the party’s leadership.

“Good governance and delivery remain the strongest tools for political success,” Oladejo said.

He praised INEC for holding a peaceful and clear vote and thanked security agencies for keeping order during the election.

“The result reaffirmed that electoral victories are earned through planning and performance.“Political actors should engage citizens constructively and strengthen their grassroots connections,” Oladejo said.

He stressed that steady work at the local level would build trust with voters and urged political leaders to learn from the Anambra experience.

“Political leaders should draw lessons from Anambra to improve future elections.

“APC remains committed to service, development, and national unity. Performance and structure will continue to define electoral outcomes in Nigeria,” he added.

Oladejo also congratulated APC members in Anambra for their hard work and called on all parties to keep campaigns peaceful and elections credible.

“All parties should prioritise peaceful campaigns and credible electoral participation. Democracy grows when politicians respect the will of the people.

“The Anambra poll outcome should inspire renewed focus on issue-based politics,” he said.

He closed by saying the Lagos APC will keep backing policies that push growth and inclusion, and will work to broaden the party’s reach across the country.

“Our goal remains to deliver good governance across all levels. Citizens should remain engaged and support democratic institutions. We are optimistic that the party will continue to expand its reach nationwide,” Oladejo said.