In a recent media interaction with Rufai Oseni, Peter Obi, the candidate representing the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 elections, reiterated his claim that he emerged victorious in the 2023 presidential contest. The former governor of Anambra State urged Nigerians to set aside the question of evidence, emphasizing that his win was not officially recognized.
Obi stated, “Are you aware that I won the last election? Put the proof aside; they didn’t declare me. I have participated in Nigerian presidential elections and emerged winner, regardless of what is announced. One day, the full story will come to light. For now, I am presenting myself as a candidate for the general election in Nigeria, and eventually, the system will acknowledge this.”
Running under the Labour Party (LP) banner in 2023, Obi secured the third position, trailing behind Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and current President Bola Tinubu. Despite the official results, Obi maintains that the true outcome was in his favor and that historical recognition will ultimately validate his stance.