A socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, has declared that she will oppose any 2027 presidential ticket that features Peter Obi as a vice-presidential candidate.
Yesufu made her position clear while speaking on the 2027 general election permutations, insisting that Obi should not accept a secondary role under any presidential aspirant.
Her remarks have stirred political debate, especially within opposition circles already positioning ahead of the next election cycle.
In an online video which was sighted by ALL FACTS NEWSPAPER, the activist expressed strong dissatisfaction with what she described as a repeated pattern of sidelining strong candidates.
She argued that Obi remains one of the most credible figures in the current political space and should be leading, not deputising.
She said, “I’m giving you people my word. If Peter Obi emerges as a running mate to anyone, I will work against that ticket.
“In my little capacity, I will work against them even if I don’t support any other candidates. Why are we always asking the best to be the second?”
Yesufu’s comments come amid ongoing discussions within opposition blocs ahead of 2027. Peter Obi, former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, is widely seen as a major contender in any serious opposition arrangement.
Obi is currently linked with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a party being positioned by a coalition of opposition leaders seeking to challenge the ruling government in the next election.
The party has attracted growing interest as consultations and alignments continue behind the scenes.
However, political signals within the coalition suggest that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may be favoured for the party’s presidential ticket.
There are also speculations that Obi could be considered as a possible running mate if Atiku secures the nomination, a move that Yesufu has now openly rejected.
Aisha Yesufu stance adds a new layer of pressure to the opposition coalition, especially among supporters who believe Obi should contest only as a presidential candidate.
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