Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has suggested that the 2027 general elections might be his final attempt at the presidency.
Obi believes that there should be a retirement age for politicians, citing that by 2027, he will be 65 years old and might not want to pursue public office beyond that age.
“I believe we should have a retirement age for politicians. By 2027, I will be 65,” he said.
The former Anambra state governor noted that if the presidency shifts to the North in 2031, it may not return to the South until 2039, by which time he would be 77 years old – an age he considers unsuitable for seeking public office.
“If the presidency goes back to the North in 2031, it may not return to the South until 2039 — by then, I will be 77.
“I wouldn’t want to run for office at that age. It would make a mess of everything,” Obi stated.
Despite hinting at a possible exit from elective politics, Obi reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Nigeria’s youth and driving transformational change.
“Even if I’m not contesting, I will always support those of you who are committed to real change, with whatever resources I can provide,” he assured.
“What is happening in the Labour Party and the PDP is caused by the government. Quote me anywhere,” he declared.
He urged Nigerians to take personal responsibility for defending the integrity of their votes, warning that any meaningful reform would face resistance from those benefiting from the current system.