Laide Olabanji Endorses Peter Obi for 2027 Elections

Actor Laide Olabanji has publicly declared his support for Peter Obi, a member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in the lead-up to the 2027 general election. In a video posted on Instagram on September 24, 2026, Olabanji drew attention by comparing the leadership tenures of past Nigerian heads of state, specifically mentioning Yakubu Gowon's nine-year presidency and Murtala Mohammed's six-month administration, to illustrate that the quality of leadership is not solely determined by the length of time in office.

He also issued a strong warning to leaders from rival tribes, suggesting that if they have not delivered meaningful results, they should vacate their positions to allow Obi the opportunity to lead. The video sparked significant online discussion, with many fans praising Olabanji for addressing a topic often seen as divisive.

Additionally, it was previously reported that Bright Ndibunwa, known as Bright The Seer, predicted potential dangers for Obi, including a vehicle accident.