Isaac Fayose backs Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 election, saying Nigerians who vote for the NDC candidate would be doing themselves a favour

Nigerian businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has expressed support for the presidential ambition of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Peter Obi, arguing that Nigerians who vote for the former Anambra State governor in the 2027 election would not be doing him a personal favour.

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Fayose made the remark while commenting on the country’s situation and the challenges facing ordinary Nigerians.

According to him, Obi is the one making significant sacrifices for the country’s progress rather than seeking personal benefits from voters.

“Voting for Peter Obi at this point in Nigeria, you are not doing him any favour. It is Obi himself who is making enormous sacrifices for the betterment of the country. Look at what is happening in the country right now,” Fayose said.

His comments add to the political debate surrounding Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition and the choices facing Nigerian voters ahead of the next general election.

Fayose has previously made public statements supporting Obi’s candidacy. In November, he was also reported to have described Obi’s political ambition as a sacrifice aimed at improving the country.

The latest remarks have attracted mixed reactions on social media, with some users agreeing that voters stand to benefit from their electoral choices, while others questioned Fayose’s position.

One commenter, identified as Saint Vincent, argued that Obi’s personal financial circumstances would remain secure regardless of the election outcome, adding that ordinary Nigerians would bear the consequences of poor leadership.

Another user, Concerned Nigerian, made a sarcastic comment about the possibility of Obi accepting an appointment from President Bola Tinubu.

A further commenter, Desmond, questioned Fayose’s consistency, while another user, Precious, argued that supporting Obi would ultimately benefit the voters themselves.

The reactions reflect differing opinions among Nigerians about Obi’s candidacy, Fayose’s endorsement and the broader political debate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election under the Labour Party, is now the NDC’s presidential candidate for the 2027 race.

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He has said he intends to contest the election, while identifying insecurity, poverty and economic hardship among the issues requiring urgent attention.