Datti Baba-Ahmed Urges Obi to Choose New Running Mate

Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former vice presidential candidate of the Labour Party, revealed in an interview that he advised Peter Obi to seek a new running mate as he prepares for the 2027 presidential election. This discussion took place on January 31, 2024, where Baba-Ahmed suggested that Obi consider strong political figures such as Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Nasir El-Rufai as suitable candidates.

Despite their differing political approaches, Baba-Ahmed affirmed his support for Obi but expressed concerns regarding Obi's current strategy to reclaim his mandate from the 2023 presidential election. He emphasized the necessity for Obi to take stronger steps moving forward in the next electoral cycle, while also making it clear that his views do not fully align with Obi's current political stance.