Datti Baba-Ahmed Affirms Support for Peter Obi in 2023

Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, stated on Monday that he has no regrets about supporting Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election. Speaking at the second Bala AbdulKadir Mohammed Colloquium at the Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre in Bauchi, he described his decision as a commitment to unity, forgiveness, and trust among Nigerians.

Baba-Ahmed asserted that his support for Obi was based on the need to address fundamental questions regarding Nigeria's leadership and democratic future, affirming that Obi was constitutionally qualified to run for the presidency. He urged Nigerians to challenge oppression and injustice, emphasizing that leaders should be appreciated for their capabilities rather than for ego-boosting.

Baba-Ahmed also expressed concern over the weakening separation of powers in Nigeria's democracy, calling for greater public involvement in demanding accountability from leaders and resisting oppression, which he believes has become ingrained in Nigerian society.