The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, that his political momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections could decline if he fails to demonstrate ideological consistency, policy clarity and strong grassroots organisation.
The party’s spokesman in Lagos State, Seye Oladejo, gave the warning on Monday in a statement titled “2027: Peter Obi and the Expiration Date of Political Momentum.”
Oladejo acknowledged that Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign attracted significant public support through youth mobilisation, social media engagement and widespread dissatisfaction with the political establishment.
However, he argued that the popularity Obi enjoyed during the election does not guarantee similar electoral success in 2027.
According to him, political momentum must be sustained through consistent policies, credible leadership and a well-organised national political structure.
Oladejo said Obi had yet to translate the enthusiasm generated by his 2023 campaign into lasting political capital, stressing that social media visibility and large rallies alone were insufficient to secure electoral victory.
He also questioned Obi’s movement across political parties, including the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, arguing that frequent changes in political affiliation could raise concerns about ideological commitment.
The APC spokesman further challenged Obi to provide clearer explanations of how he intends to address Nigeria’s economic challenges, including inflation, unemployment, public debt and energy supply, noting that presidential leadership requires detailed policies and practical solutions.
Oladejo also criticised Obi’s repeated use of the phrase “go and verify,” claiming that some of his assertions had faced scrutiny over their accuracy.
He maintained that the Obidient movement, which played a significant role in Obi’s 2023 campaign, would need to evolve beyond protest and public mobilisation into a structured political coalition with clear policies and grassroots organisation.
According to Oladejo, the 2027 presidential election will depend on candidates’ ability to demonstrate competence, credibility, organisation and a clear vision for the country rather than relying on the emotions and enthusiasm generated during previous elections.
The APC spokesman added that electoral victories must be earned through performance and public confidence, insisting that the ruling party should not be expected to surrender its political advantage because of an opponent’s past popularity.
He concluded that political momentum should be treated as an opportunity that requires continuous reinforcement rather than a permanent guarantee of electoral relevance.
