Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Peter Obi has said that he is not desperate to become president but determined to see Nigeria work.
Obi said this in a post he shared on his verified X account on Saturday morning following media reports about an interview he granted.
“I have been inundated with calls and concerns regarding the interview I granted to News Central TV,” he said.
“In that interview, I took the opportunity it provided to explain my position in detail. However, some fifth columnists have resorted to propaganda, deliberately distorting the narrative.
“Let me reiterate clearly what I said, which is on record. I do not want to be one of those preoccupied with 2027 while Nigerians are suffering from hunger, poverty, insecurity, and other pressing challenges.
“When I was asked about collaboration, I explicitly stated my openness to working with others, provided their intentions were not centred on state capture.
“I emphasized my commitment to partnering with those who share my vision for advancing Nigeria’s progress.
“I also made it clear that I remain committed to the Labour Party, and if anyone wishes to negotiate or join forces, they must disclose their true intentions.
“As I have always maintained, I am not desperate to become president, but I am determined to see Nigeria work.”
Likewise, Obi said he is not desperate for any position at all as he believes he can make contributions as he is already doing without occupying any.
He stated that when 2027 arrives, if he decides to run for any office, it will not be with those whose sole aim is state capture or merely winning an election.
Obi added that he wants them to explain how they will ensure that no child is left behind and how they will bring millions of out-of-school children back into classrooms, ensure healthy living and pull people out of poverty.
The former governor of Anambra State said his statement was unequivocal and he is genuinely surprised by the misrepresentation of his words.
“For the avoidance of doubts, I never stated at any time that I would be vice president to anyone and it’s unequivocal,” the LP chieftain said.
“I have consistently maintained that I am open to working with those committed to building a new Nigeria.
“My commitment to Nigeria remains steadfast, and I even believe it is possible to contribute to its progress without occupying any office as I am already doing.”
