Sule Lamido reveals what will happen if Peter Obi emerges Presidential candidate of coalition Party
Sule Lamido reveals what will happen if Peter Obi emerges Presidential candidate of coalition Party
Former Governor of Jigawa State and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart, Sule Lamido, has expressed openness to supporting Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election if Obi emerges as the consensus candidate of a proposed opposition coalition.
Lamido made this known while responding to questions about Obi’s recent pledge to serve only one term if elected.
He stated that while he remains committed to the PDP, he would support any credible candidate capable of rescuing Nigeria from its current challenges.
“If the coalition settles on Peter Obi or any other person with the commitment and capacity to rebuild Nigeria, I will support them,” Lamido said. “Party loyalty matters, but Nigeria’s survival matters more. Leadership should be about competence and vision, not about ethnicity or region. What has the North truly gained from producing the most presidents when it remains underdeveloped?”
He further explained that the zoning arrangement between the North and South was introduced by the PDP as a temporary solution to the crisis following the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election.
“It was a healing mechanism, not a permanent political rule. Unfortunately, it has now become a burden,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has indicated a possible alignment with Peter Obi in 2027, citing his integrity and track record of keeping promises.
The group suggested that the North might have limited viable options and could be inclined to support a southern candidate they trust.
Dr. Bitrus Pogu, MBF National President, said the region may back Obi’s candidacy or consider former President Goodluck Jonathan—if he chooses to run given both men have pledged or are limited to serving only one term.
“In the current political reality, the North is short on credible options. Obi has shown consistency and has made a one-term pledge. Jonathan, if eligible, cannot go beyond one term. These are the kinds of assurances the region may consider,” Pogu said.
“When options are few, even what once seemed unlikely becomes worth considering.”
However, not everyone agrees. Former Minister of Information and Communication, Ibrahim Nakande, described Obi’s one-term pledge as purely political.
“It’s easy to make such a promise, but will his people even agree to that? He has support across the country, including the North, as seen in the last election. What really matters are his policies and programmes. At the end of the day, it’s up to Nigerians to decide,” Nakande stated.
