APC Criticizes Peter Obi’s Political Strategy as Lacking Clarity and Consistency

The Lagos State branch of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has openly criticized Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), accusing him of exhibiting a lack of clear direction, steadfast principles, and political consistency in his recent engagements.

Declining Influence and Fragmentation of the Labour Party

In a statement released on Thursday, August 28, Seye Oladejo, the APC’s Publicity Secretary, asserted that Obi’s political relevance is diminishing rapidly. He further highlighted the internal divisions and absence of a coherent vision within the Labour Party, the platform Obi used during the 2023 elections.

From Youth Icon to Political Uncertainty

Peter Obi initially emerged as a symbol of hope for Nigeria’s youth, propelled by widespread social media support and a collective yearning for change. His 2023 campaign promised a transformative apc-sends-warning-shot-to-gov-adeleke-days-after-tinubu-talks/” title=”Tension in Osun as … sends warning shot to Gov Adeleke days after Tinubu talks”>political landscape, aiming to disrupt entrenched systems and usher in a “New Nigeria.” However, the APC questions Obi’s current political standing, asking whether he has become ideologically adrift or politically isolated.

Questionable Alliances and Political Opportunism

Oladejo criticized Obi’s recent coalition with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), labeling it a “stillborn alliance” that reflects a politician driven more by personal ambition than by consistent ideology. The statement accused Obi of engaging in opportunistic partnerships, having previously aligned with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), then the Labour Party, and now the ADC-alliances formed out of convenience rather than conviction.

The Decline of the Obidient Movement

The APC also dismissed the once-energetic Obidient movement, claiming it has lost momentum and lacks a sustainable organizational framework or lasting influence on Nigeria’s political landscape.

APC’s Governance and Vision for 2027

Contrasting Obi’s perceived political instability, the APC praised its governance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasizing achievements in economic recovery, policy reforms, and efforts to foster national unity. The party projects confidence in its ability to maintain leadership and deliver tangible results as the 2027 elections approach.

Looking Ahead: Peter Obi’s Political Future in Question

As the nation gears up for the 2027 elections, the APC’s statement concludes by challenging Obi’s political viability. The pressing question, according to the party, is not whether Obi will run again, but whether he still has a viable political platform to contest from, or if he has become a political nomad abandoned by the very movement he once inspired.