2027: “I’m Ready To D!e” — Peter Obi Declares

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that he is prepared to defend democracy and Nigerians’ votes ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to Ireporter Online, Obi made the declaration on Thursday while addressing supporters at a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The former Anambra State governor urged Nigerians not to be intimidated as they prepare to participate in the next general election, stressing the importance of voting and ensuring that their ballots are properly protected.

Obi said Nigerians must demand that their votes count and actively participate in the electoral process rather than allow fear to prevent them from exercising their civic responsibilities.

“Don’t be intimidated. Somebody said, ‘We are ready to die.’ Let me tell you, I’m equally ready to die. So you’re not alone,” Obi said.

He called on Nigerians to defend their votes and insist that the outcome of the election reflects the will of the electorate.

“All they want is for you to defend and demand that the vote must count. And that is the demand we are going to make, and make aggressively,” he stated.

Obi also warned that there could be attempts to manipulate the electoral process, but expressed confidence that such efforts would face resistance if Nigerians remained actively involved.

He urged supporters to participate in political campaigns and work collectively towards what he described as the rescue of the country.

“Yes, they will try to manipulate it. But let me tell you, it will not be easy this time,” he said.

The NDC candidate further argued that Nigerians should not accept excuses for electoral malpractice, particularly at a time when citizens are dealing with the consequences of what he described as poor leadership.

Obi linked the country’s challenges to leadership failures, citing the state of Nigeria’s refining sector as an example.

“By allowing them to continue, that glitch will glitch our life. That’s why we are suffering today. Our refinery is bad because our leadership is bad,” he said.

His comments come as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, with parties and prospective candidates increasingly mobilising supporters and outlining their positions on the country’s political and economic future.