“They’ll Crack APC Before They Crack Me or Obi” – Datti Speaks on 2027 Plans

The Labour Party’s (LP) previous vice presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has denied rumors that he and Peter Obi are at odds, stating that their bond is still strong in the run-up to the 2027 presidential election.

Despite persistent rumors of political rifts between him and Obi, Datti asserted their unity in a popular video clip on X.

If there is a crack, you’re implying that there isn’t one. And with God Almighty’s grace, there won’t ever be a crack. He stated, “It is easier to break the head of APC than to break the crack between us.”

Speaking about his devotion to the Labour Party, Datti stated that he is still dedicated to the organization that offered him a chance in 2023.

“As a devoted follower of a party that has accomplished something no other party in Nigerian politics has accomplished, I made it very clear that this party is one that should not be abandoned,” he said.

Regarding political combinations, Datti disassociated himself from the current negotiations for an ADC coalition.

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He made it clear that just because he and Obi had gone to some of the meetings, it didn’t imply they had abandoned the Labour Party.

A coalition does not function as a political party. As far as I’m aware, Obi and I are still members of the Labour Party,” he stated.

He made it clear in the video that he cares more about unity than ambition and is trying to bring the Labour Party together.

“I want to make everyone happy. This is what a devoted and modest member does, and that’s what I’m doing,” he continued.

Following his meeting with LP National Chairman Julius Abure, he made statements that suggested their relationship had been repaired.

Abure further affirmed that Datti has stated his intention to run for the party’s presidential nomination in 2027.