The former Anambra State governor's remarks come amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with several opposition figures and parties exploring possible alliances to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and take power from President Tinubu.
The presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, has dismissed concerns over the acclaimed growing political support being enjoyed by President Bola Tinubu.
Obi noted that it does not matter whether all the 36 governors of the federation are backing the president, insisting that governors do not determine election outcomes; rather, voters do.
Speaking in an interview with NoireTV, Obi, who reiterated his allegation that he was rigged out in two states during the 2023 presidential poll, said the strength of any politician and political movement lies with the people rather than elected governors.
"It doesn't matter whether 36 governors are with the president. I didn't have one governor in the last election, and I won 12 states,” Obi said.
