Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has stated that he will continue to support Peter Obi if he contests the presidency in 2027, but believes early discussions about the election are a distraction
Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has stated that he will continue to support Peter Obi should he contest the presidency in 2027.
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However, Farotimi described the current early discussions about the 2027 elections as a distraction.
He made these comments during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme on Sunday.
“If elections where our votes will count were held today, I would vote for Peter Gregory Obi, unless somebody else enters the race who I believe can do better.
“If it’s still the same line-up as last time, I will definitely be voting for Peter Obi.
“I hope he will be a little bolder with his policy platforms, but frankly speaking, in terms of capacity and integrity, there’s no one else I would support,” he said.
Farotimi indicated that it would take a significant change for him to alter his stance.
He added, “Something drastic would have to happen for me to decide not to support Peter Obi. It might be that he aligns with some objectionable individuals I cannot tolerate and that’s a real possibility. However, outside of that, there’s no one else.”
He also criticised the focus on the next elections at this early stage, arguing that the country is not currently in a suitable condition for such discussions.
“I actually think our conversations about elections at this point are a disservice to ourselves, because we really cannot speak of elections in our current circumstances,” he said.
He noted that his continued support for Obi is driven by his hope for a better Nigeria.
