Aloy Ejimakor Defends Peter Obi Amid 2027 Scrutiny

Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, commented on the heightened scrutiny surrounding Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election. In a statement made on Saturday, Ejimakor defended Obi's tenure as governor, characterized by prudent financial management, zero debt, and investments in infrastructure and education.

He argued that the scrutiny Obi faces is not solely due to his past as a governor but is also linked to the significance of an Igbo politician pursuing the presidency. Ejimakor noted that the scrutiny has evolved from a dispute between Obi and current Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo into a broader political contest involving ethnic interests.

He criticized the unequal scrutiny of Nigerian politicians, stating that while those with histories of corruption face minimal backlash, Obi's integrity is constantly under examination. Ejimakor's remarks reflect ongoing public debate about Obi's political activities and record ahead of the 2027 presidential election.