Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has declared his readiness to serve only a single term in office if a coalition agreement leading up to the 2027 elections mandates it.
Speaking during a live X (formerly Twitter) Space session tagged #PeterObiOnParallelFacts, Obi told over 10,000 listeners that he is not desperate to become president but is driven by a desire to see Nigeria function effectively.
“If the agreement is one term, I will leave on May 28, 2031 — not even May 29,” Obi said, responding to a question from a user named Balactic. “I am not desperate to be president. I am desperate to see Nigeria work.”
The former Anambra State governor emphasized that any political alliance aiming to rescue Nigeria must reflect maturity, respect for zoning, and national cohesion. He reiterated his willingness to adhere strictly to any terms agreed upon by coalition partners, including handing over power to a candidate from the North in 2031.
Obi’s comment comes amid increasing speculation about potential alliances ahead of the next general election, as opposition parties seek a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Political analysts say his statement could signal a broader strategic push toward North-South balancing and could open doors to renewed coalition talks with other major stakeholders.
