Peter Obi Reacts To Soludo’s Single-Term Psychiatric Evaluation Statement

• The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has addressed his promise to serve single if elected Nigeria's president in 2027
• Obi reiterated his vow to serve only one term of four years if elected President in the 2027 general elections
• He stated this while reacting to Governor Charles Soludo's statement that any politician offering to serve for one term needs a psychiatric examination

Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues

FCT, Abuja- The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has reiterated his vow to serve only one term of four years if elected President.

Obi said his vow of one term of four years is sacrosanct.

He stated this while reacting to Governor Charles Soludo’s statement that any politician offering to serve for one term needs a psychiatric examination.

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Legit.ng recalls that the Anambra governor, during a political campaign, said:

“How can anybody, anybody with brain, you think you are talking to fools? You come to people and said, ‘I will do only one term.’ Anybody, any politician who said that must be sent to a psychiatric home, because the person must have some mental problems.”

Reacting to Soludo’s statement, Obi, via his X handle, @PeterObi said:

“Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo a psychiatric evaluation.”

He cited former American President Abraham Lincoln, who served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership.

Obi further stated that another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, and Nelson Mandela chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer.

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“History shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service, however brief, that defines true statesmanship.”

Peter Obi reacts to allegation of coup plot

Recall that Valentine Obienyem, media aide to Obi, described allegations that his principal is plotting a coup to oust President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as lunacy and a joke taken too far.

While describing the allegations credited to Abayomi Arabambi as “reckless and absurd”, Obienyem said in a functional society, “such an accuser would be arrested immediately"

As Nigerians look forward to the 2027 general elections, Obienyem echoed the reaction of his principal via a statement titled: 'Coup Plot Allegation: A Dangerous Joke Taken Too Far'

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Obi confirmed that there is a discussion between him and the PDP.

Obi, who had served as Anambra governor, added that he was open to discussion with individuals and political parties ahead of the 2027 general election.

Tanko Yunusa, the national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, disclosed the development in Abuja on Thursday, July 31.

Source: Legit.ng