The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned that Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), risks seeing his political capital erode before the 2027 general elections unless he shows clearer ideological consistency and stronger organisational structures.
In a statement titled “2027: Peter Obi and the Expiration Date of Political Momentum,” Lagos APC spokesman Seye Oladejo said Obi’s 2023 campaign successfully channelled public frustration, youth mobilisation and social-media energy.
While acknowledging it as a significant moment in Nigeria’s democratic history, Oladejo stressed that surfing a wave of popular sentiment is not the same as building lasting political depth or a nationwide structure.
“Obi appears to have mistaken a moment of extraordinary political momentum for a permanent entitlement to electoral relevance,” Oladejo said.
“Political capital, once accumulated, can depreciate when it is not reinforced by consistency, credible policies and sustained organisational development.”
He argued that Obi failed to turn the enthusiasm of 2023 into enduring political assets, noting that social-media visibility and large rallies cannot replace effective national organisation and grassroots networks.
“No two elections are the same. The 2023 phenomenon drew strength from a particular combination of public frustration and novelty. There is no guarantee these factors will reproduce in 2027,” he added.
Oladejo also criticised what he called Obi’s frequent party switches, from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party (LP) and later realignments ahead of 2027 saying the pattern raises doubts about conviction.
“Changing political parties is not inherently objectionable. The concern arises when repeated movement begins to create the impression that political platforms are interchangeable vehicles for personal ambition rather than institutions anchored in enduring principles,” he said.
On policy, the APC spokesman questioned Obi’s consistency, arguing that presidential leadership demands clear explanations of costs, trade-offs and practical solutions to challenges such as inflation, unemployment, debt and energy.
He further noted that Obi’s frequent call to “go and verify” has at times invited scrutiny that challenged the accuracy of his claims.Oladejo urged the Obidient movement to evolve from protest and mobilisation into a coherent policy platform and durable national organisation.
“The 2027 election will not be decided by who can most successfully recreate emotions of 2023. It will be decided by who can persuade Nigerians that they possess competence, credibility, organisation and vision,” he stated.
While conceding that electoral success must be earned through performance and public trust, Oladejo insisted no candidate is entitled to expect the ruling party to forfeit its advantage simply because of past popularity.
“Momentum is an opportunity, not a permanent political asset,” he concluded.
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