Labour Party says no automatic 2027 ticket for Obi
The Labour Party has confirmed that there will be no automatic ticket for any aspirant, including Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s spokesperson emphasized on June 5, 2025, that all candidates must participate in open primaries. Tensions remain high between Obi and the party’s leadership, with ongoing uncertainty about his political future. The party insists on upholding its internal democratic processes despite calls for reconciliation.
What we know
- The Labour Party ruled out an automatic 2027 presidential ticket for Peter Obi on June 5, 2025.
- Party spokesperson Obiora Ifoh said every aspirant must emerge through a competitive convention.
- Obi has distanced himself from the current leadership for about a year, fueling speculation about his next move.
- The party is open to reconciliation but insists its democratic process will not be compromised.
- Discussions about Obi joining the African Democratic Congress are ongoing, but no final decision has been made.
