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Datti Baba-Ahmed Questions Obi’s Readiness for 2027, Criticises Exit from Labour Party

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Former vice-presidential candidate Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed has raised concerns about Peter Obi’s political direction ahead of the 2027 presidential election, questioning his readiness for the challenges ahead.

The comments come amid recent political realignments involving key opposition figures.

Datti faults Obi’s party exit

Speaking in an interview shared online, Baba-Ahmed criticised Obi’s decision to leave the Labour Party.

He said Obi should have remained to address internal challenges rather than walk away.

“As much as I dislike what the APC has done against Nigerians, someone who got the Labour Party’s ticket so easily should have stayed to fix the problem,” he said.

Questions over leadership approach

Baba-Ahmed also questioned Obi’s approach to political disputes, suggesting it may not reflect the resilience required for national leadership.

“My former leader saying that wherever there is a quarrel, he will walk away? If there is a quarrel in Nigeria, will he walk away?” he asked.

“If you are not ready to fight, stay in your house,” he added.

Doubts over alliance strength

The former lawmaker further expressed reservations about a potential alliance involving Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.

He suggested that such a ticket could struggle to gain traction in northern Nigeria.

The remarks follow reports of both politicians moving from the African Democratic Congress to the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

Growing political tension

The development highlights ongoing shifts within the opposition as parties reposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Analysts say such internal criticisms could shape discussions around coalition building and candidate selection in the coming months.

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