Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has endorsed the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, as his preferred candidate for the 2023 elections.

In the 2023 New Year message signed by the former President and made available to newsmen by his aide, Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo described Obi as his mentee and said the former Anambra State governor had an edge in the 2023 elections.
Obasanjo said, “None of the contestants is a saint but when one compares their character, antecedent, their understanding, knowledge, discipline, and vitality that they can bring to bear and the great efforts required to stay focused on the job, particularly looking at where the country is today and with the experience on the job that I personally had, Peter Obi as a mentee has an edge.

“Others like all of us have what they can collectively contribute to the new dispensation to liberation, restoration and salvaging of Nigeria.

“One other important point to make about Peter is that he is a needle with thread attached to it from North and South and he may not get lost.

“In other words, he has people who can pull his ears, if and when necessary. He has a young and able running mate with a clean track record of achievement both in public and private life.”

The letter partly read, “I am constrained to write this letter to all Nigerians especially young Nigerians, friends of Nigeria globally as well as our development partners because of the gravity, responsibility and implications of the collective decision Nigerians, both young and old, will be making within the next two months.

“The last seven and a half years have no doubt been eventful and stressful years for many Nigerians. We have moved from frying pan to fire and from mountain top to the valley.

“Our leaders have done their best, but their best had turned out to be not the best for Nigeria and Nigerians at home and abroad. For most Nigerians, it was hell on earth.

“Those of us who are alive should thank God for His mercies, brace ourselves for the remaining few months of this administration and pray and work very hard for an immediate better future – future of liberation, restoration and great hope and expectation.

“We have had campaigners going up and down the country feeding us with what they mean and what they do not mean, what they understand and what they do not fully understand, what is possible and what is not possible, what is realistic and what is unrealistic, what is true and what is untrue. I believe that we need not be confused nor be gullible. Let us be cautious, not to be fooled again.

“I have interacted with the major contestants and I find it interesting that, in one form or the other, each of them claims to want to do what I did during my Presidency and to take Nigeria back to where it was at the height of my Presidency and immediately after.

“I was pained that most of them do not realise that the Nigeria of today had been dragged down well below Nigeria of the beginning of my Presidency in June 1999.

“Although at that time, Nigeria was in very bad shape and was tottering on the verge of collapse and break-up. Even then, Nigeria was not faced with the level of pervasive and mind-numbing insecurity, rudderless leadership, buoyed by mismanagement of diversity and pervasive corruption, bad economic policies resulting in extremes of poverty and massive unemployment and galloping inflation”.


“For these reasons, I kept pointing out to them that the instruments used in 1999 to 2007 and methodology used will grossly be inadequate for the perilous situation we now find ourselves.

“Without prejudice but with greatest respect to each individual with utmost regard for the best for Nigeria and all Nigerians and from my personal experience, all the major contestants claim to be my mentees. I will not deny such positions since I have worked with all of them directly and indirectly in government.

“I have come to realise a number of factors in character, attributes and attitude that are necessary in the job of directing the affairs of Nigeria successfully and at a time like this. These characteristics or attributes are many but let us be mindful of some key ones together.

“From interaction and experience, and as mentees as most of them claim, I will, without prejudice, fear or ill-will, make bold to say that there are four major factors to watch out for in a leader you will consider to hoist on yourself and on the rest of Nigerians in the coming election and they are what I call TVCP: Track record of ability and performance; Vision that is authentic, honest and realistic; Character and attributes of a lady and a gentleman who are children of God and obedient to God; and Physical and mental capability with soundness of mind as it is a very taxing and tasking assignment at the best of times and more so, it is at the most difficult time that we are.”

“Let me say straight away that ‘Emi Lokan’ (My turn) and ‘I have paid my dues’ are one and the same thing and are wrong attitude and mentality for the leadership of Nigeria now. They cannot form the new pedestal to reinvent and to invest in a new Nigeria based on an All-Nigeria Government for the liberation and restoration of Nigeria. Such a government must have representation from all sectors of our national life – public, private, civil society, professional, labour, employers, and the diaspora.

“The solution should be in ‘we’ and ‘us’ and not in ‘me’ and ‘I’.

“Mind you, I reiterate that no human being is an angel let alone a Messiah, but there are elements of these attributes and on comparative basis and by measure of what we know of, and what some of us have experienced from the front-runners, we must assess judiciously and choose wisely.

“If anybody claims he or she has anything to the contrary, it will be up to him or her to prove to us.

“I pray not to be proved right again in the bad sense but rather to be proved right in the positive and glorious sense of Nigeria becoming what God had created it to be – a land of plenty and prosperity united for common purpose of inclusive society, common security, shared prosperity, equity, egalitarianism, justice, and equal stake in the Project Nigeria with leadership role of Nigeria for the black race and fair share of global division of labour.

“One ridiculous point that has been touted to justify unjustifiable appointments and selections is ‘competence’. In truth and in reality, genuine competence can be found in any region or section of Nigeria through track record and performance if only people will honestly and sincerely look hard for people with such attainment and attribute. Most of us in good conscience can testify to competence when we see any anywhere. What is masqueraded as ‘competence’ is self-interest and nepotism.

“We have a unique opportunity to correct ourselves by ourselves for the good of ourselves. Those who are preaching division, segregation, separation, and want to use diversity for their own self and selfish interest are enemies of the nation, no matter what else they may disguisedly profess or proclaim.”
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Obasanjo doesn’t hold enough weight to influence Nigeria politics since the time of Jonathan . He was against Buhari in 2019 but he won in a landslide.

Obj might not want to support Tinubu because he’s presidency we envelop his own legacy .

Baba himself has finally spoken!

SucrePlum:
Baba himself has finally spoken!

Useless corrupt old man.

Biggest hypocrite, you gave Ndi Igbo slot to ijaw when he had the powers in 2006, now he has come with a crocodile tears August Visitor support for a clown he knows that cannot win?

Haba now! This isn't a brainer now, no sensible person will vote Dubai landlord abi na Mikano or Emilokan who is a mini god in Lagos and choses candidate for every seat instead of allowing free flow of the democratic process.

Obasanjo dey look for who he fit control. He knows he can't control Tinubu or Atiku.

Urchins can go to hell. Who cares!

Let the will of God be done

What a way to usher in the new year! See agbado urchins crying and gnashing their teeth up there! OBJ has given Nigerians a new year present in his usual dramatic style. Obi is a national duty!

God bless all patriots!

God bless all Nigerians irrespective of party affiliation.

God bless the incoming president, HE. Peter Obi (GCFR)

Obasanjo that will lose his polling booth that day. Who will bet with me?

Oya urchins cry me a river

Nothing to say again.

He said the minds of Youths of this nation.

We are tired and I want changes

tinsel:
Obasanjo that will lose his polling booth that day. Who will bet with me?

MyMouth:
Obasanjo dey look for who he fit control. He knows he can't control Tinubu or Atiku.

sapele914:
Useless corrupt old man.

Biggest hypocrite, you gave Ndi Igbo slot to ijaw when he had the powers in 2006, now he has come with a crocodile tears August Visitor support for a clown he knows that cannot win?

HydraFeeds:
Obasanjo doesn’t hold enough weight to influence Nigeria politics since the time of Jonathan . He was against Buhari in 2019 but he won in a landslide.

Obj might not want to support Tinubu because he’s presidency we envelop his own legacy .

Never has tears ever tasted so sweet!

HydraFeeds:
Obasanjo doesn’t hold enough weight to influence Nigeria politics since the time of Jonathan . He was against Buhari in 2019 but he won in a landslide.

Obj might not want to support Tinubu because he’s presidency we envelop his own legacy .

How convenient for you to deliberately omited that he supported same Buhari in 2015 and Buhari won
He supported GEJ in 2011 and GEJ won
He supported yaradua in 2007 and he won.
In 2019, he never came out to endorsed Atiku
Atiku came to plead with him and he said he forgave him. OBJ of all people will never tell Nigerians to vote Atiku for presidency
Stop trying to console yourself
Read through the points he made and not just the headline

Truth is bitter, OBJ has unleashed the truth.
Only Obi-Datti can salvage the current state of our nation.
Vote wisely.

Who doesn't know that OBJ has been carrying Obi on his head like Shinedu carrying gala on his head in Lagos traffic. This is not a news, the only news will be if Pandora Anini finishes 3rd ahead of Kwankwaso in the election.

HydraFeeds:
Obasanjo doesn’t hold enough weight to influence Nigeria politics since the time of Jonathan . He was against Buhari in 2019 but he won in a landslide.

Obj might not want to support Tinubu because he’s presidency we envelop his own legacy .

Your reasoning is parochial and myopic. We are discussing Nigeria in the context of who will best fix our country and you are subtly shading Obasanjo. Tinubu does not and cannot threaten Obasanjo's legacies. Tinubu is a great man but OBJ is a great institution.

If we have to be true to our conscience as of today, Obi is the most qualified to be the next president. Tinubu, to me is too arrogant and boastful. I have never seen his level of pride amongst any living politician.

MyMouth:
Obasanjo dey look for who he fit control. He knows he can't control Tinubu or Atiku.

Why do people always view important issues from the wrong side of life? What control are you talking about? No reasonable person supports Tinubu in this election. A few reasonable persons support Atiku. Nigeria will hopefully get it right in 2023

Obj is a man of truth and fairness. He led a balanced administration during his days, with even representation of people from all regions of Nigeria. He entrenched this style of leadership in PDP till today.
Watch how urchins will troop to this thread calling Obasanjo all sort of names.

EtinosaDLaw:








Never has tears ever tasted so sweet!

They are totally traumatized!
This is what oyibos call "the sucker punch"..
They don't know how to deal with this inspite of the fact that they saw it coming..
Agbadorian reprobates and their "Push and Start " presidential candidate..

Anyiamaka:


Your reasoning is parochial and myopic. We are discussing Nigeria in the context of who will best fix our country and you are subtly shading Obasanjo. Tinubu does not and cannot threaten Obasanjo's legacies. Tinubu is a great man but OBJ is a great institution.

Most of you Obi supporters like to gaslight . I simply gave two reasons why Obj might not want to support Tinubu ,instead of you to respond like someone that’s educated and can counter my position with an objective reason ,you resort to insults which is the flagship trademark of Obi supporters .

If you’re talking about someone that can fix Nigeria ,is the answer Obi ?or can his antecedents be compared to that of Tinubu’s in terms of fixing something?

There’s a video online yesterday where one Of his followers asked him questions about fixing Nigeria pipeline to prevent oil theft and increase productivity. His response that he will give him his number and discuss the matter with him behind camera . His actions is like a dullard teacher that gave students complicated homework because he couldn’t solve it . Truly birds of a feather flocks together .

HydraFeeds:


Most of you Obi supporters like to gaslight . I simply gave two reasons why Obj might not want to support Tinubu ,instead of you to respond like someone that’s educated and can counter my position with an objective reason ,you resort to insults which is the flagship trademark of Obi supporters .

If you’re talking about someone that can fix Nigeria ,is the answer Obi ?or can his antecedents be compared to that of Tinubu’s in terms of fixing something?

There’s a video online yesterday where one Of his followers asked him questions about fixing Nigeria pipeline to prevent oil theft and increase productivity. His response that he will give him his number and discuss the matter with him behind camera . His actions is like a dullard teacher that gave students complicated homework because he couldn’t solve it . Truly birds of a feather flocks together .

It is pointless having an exchange with you. You are an adult you have a right to support any candidate in any party. You also have a right to be stupid.

Anyiamaka:


It is pointless having an exchange with you. You are an adult you have a right to support any candidate in any party. You also have a right to be stupid.

As I’ve said earlier ,most of you Obi supporters can not have intellectual discussion but always descend so low like pig that bath in mud . You only know nsogbu nsogbu politics and very away far from wisdom ,that’s why you will be beaten blue black over an over again

Devil1Messenger:

How convenient for you to deliberately omited that he supported same Buhari in 2015 and Buhari won
He supported GEJ in 2011 and GEJ won
He supported yaradua in 2007 and he won.
In 2019, he never came out to endorsed Atiku
Atiku came to plead with him and he said he forgave him. OBJ of all people will never tell Nigerians to vote Atiku for presidency
Stop trying to console yourself
Read through the points he made and not just the headline

It’s true that he supported Buhari in 2015 and he won but when he withdrew his support in 2019 and also wrote a lengthy letters like he did in 2014 or so ,Buhari won without him which means that his support is inconsequential or that his influence has waned.

It’s people that support Obi that are consoling themselves with ObJ endorsement after G5 uppercut which still makes their jaw to bleed .

MyMouth:
Obasanjo dey look for who he fit control. He knows he can't control Tinubu or Atiku.

So why did Tinubu and other disgruntled Afenifere members visit Obasanjo recently? Your mumu is trying to drink ogogoro on empty stomach. Tinubu will come a distant 3rd in the next election. North will fail him, the rest will be history.

owobokiri:


They are totally traumatized!
This is what oyibos call "the sucker punch"..
They don't know how to deal with this inspite of the fact that they saw it coming..
Agbadorian reprobates and their "Push and Start " presidential candidate..

Nor worry, we go use their tears recharge Lake Chad

HydraFeeds:


As I’ve said earlier ,most of you Obi supporters can not have intellectual discussion but always descend so low like pig that bath in mud . You only know nsogbu nsogbu politics and very away far from wisdom ,that’s why you will be beaten blue black over an over again



It’s true that he supported Buhari in 2015 and he won but when he withdrew his support in 2019 and also wrote a lengthy letters like he did in 2014 or so ,Buhari won without him which means that his support is inconsequential or that his influence has waned.

It’s people that support Obi that are consoling themselves with ObJ endorsement after G5 uppercut which still makes their jaw to bleed .

Which G5 uppercut?
Same G5 that have come out to debunk the lies that they have never endorsed anyone.
Are u sure u are this country?
I remembered when Tinubu went to OBJ to seek his blessings, immediately they came out of that meeting, speaker of house of rep. Gbajabiamila said OBJ has endorsed Tinubu and all the online urchins including keyamo was busy jubilating and spreading the lies until OBJ came out and said he never endorsed Tinubu, its the same OBJ that is now worthless
Dont worry G5 will announced on 5th that theu have endorsed

HydraFeeds:


As I’ve said earlier ,most of you Obi supporters can not have intellectual discussion but always descend so low like pig that bath in mud . You only know nsogbu nsogbu politics and very away far from wisdom ,that’s why you will be beaten blue black over an over again



It’s true that he supported Buhari in 2015 and he won but when he withdrew his support in 2019 and also wrote a lengthy letters like he did in 2014 or so ,Buhari won without him which means that his support is inconsequential or that his influence has waned.

It’s people that support Obi that are consoling themselves with ObJ endorsement after G5 uppercut which still makes their jaw to bleed .

Which G5 uppercut?
Same G5 that have come out to debunk the lies that they have never endorsed anyone.
Are u sure u are this country?
I remembered when Tinubu went to OBJ to seek his blessings, immediately they came out of that meeting, speaker of house of rep. Gbajabiamila said OBJ has endorsed Tinubu and all the online urchins including keyamo was busy jubilating and spreading the lies until OBJ came out and said he never endorsed Tinubu, its the same OBJ that is now worthless
Dont worry G5 will announced on jan 5th that they have endorsed Obi, you will still have a narrative to paint them inconsequential not minding u have once praised them
That is just how useless APC supporters are.
Same people that were praising OBJ yesterday.
February is next month

Obasanjo endorsement won't have effect on structureless party like LP. Obasanjo is just looking for candidate that will be easy to control like Jonathan when he becomes president. Tinubu and Atiku won't be easy to manipulate when they get to Aso rock like Buhari. Unfortunately, obi can't win because there there is no existing structure on ground. The new party he endorsed in 2019 for the youth, how far did it go? Obi should stop wasting money and time

Devil1Messenger:

Which G5 uppercut?
Same G5 that have come out to debunk the lies that they have never endorsed anyone.
Are u sure u are this country?
I remembered when Tinubu went to OBJ to seek his blessings, immediately they came out of that meeting, speaker of house of rep. Gbajabiamila said OBJ has endorsed Tinubu and all the online urchins including keyamo was busy jubilating and spreading the lies until OBJ came out and said he never endorsed Tinubu, its the same OBJ that is now worthless
Dont worry G5 will announced on jan 5th that they have endorsed Obi, you will still have a narrative to paint them inconsequential not minding u have once praised them
That is just how useless APC supporters are.
Same people that were praising OBJ yesterday.
February is next month

Tinubu has beaten OBJ before when the latter withheld state allocation of Lagos state just to pressurize the former to bend but he instead emerge stronger . Once beaten twice shy .

Let the region that has no terrorist group produce the next president because he will has no reason to protect them - Oba Pharaoh