Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has clarified his political allegiance, emphasizing that he remains a committed member of the Labour Party despite his involvement in the African Democratic Congress coalition for the 2027 elections.
Speaking at a rally to launch the Labour Party’s governorship campaign in Anambra State, Obi addressed growing confusion about his political affiliation following his participation in the ADC-led opposition coalition. The former Anambra State governor sought to dispel misconceptions about his party membership while explaining his role in the broader opposition alliance.
“I will start the conversation by clarifying some confusions making the rounds, and I need to explain to you. It is very important that I clarify this because people are saying, ‘Oh! Obi is in the ADC and also in the Labour Party,'” Obi stated during the rally.
He explained that while he and Labour Party National Assembly members are part of the coalition that has adopted ADC as the platform to challenge the All Progressives Congress in 2027, their current party membership remains unchanged. “Let me put it categorically clear: I and the National Assembly members of the party are part of the coalition that has adopted ADC for the 2027 elections, and other parties will join us. But today, we are members of the Labour Party,” he emphasized.
Obi provided clear guidance to supporters on how to respond to questions about his political affiliation, stating that anyone asking about his current party membership should be told he belongs to the Labour Party, while acknowledging that the coalition arrangement is specifically designed for the 2027 electoral cycle.
The former governor also announced his intention to seek the presidency again, expressing confidence in his qualifications and capabilities. “Everyone has the right to run for president—I won’t stop anyone. But if anyone asks, let them know I am in the race, and no one does it better than me,” he declared.
During the rally, Obi endorsed the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate for Anambra State, Dr. George Moghalu, describing him as a qualified and marketable candidate. He praised Moghalu as “soft-spoken, focused, and an achiever,” expressing confidence that the candidate would deliver good governance and people-oriented leadership if elected.
The clarification comes as opposition parties continue to forge alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the ADC coalition emerging as a significant platform for challenging the ruling APC. Obi’s statement appears designed to reassure Labour Party supporters while maintaining his commitment to the broader opposition coalition strategy.
