Nigeria, May 30 -- Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Chairman of the Editorial Board of Premium Times, Prof. Jibo Ibrahim, has stated that the presidential aspirant of the National Democratic Congress NDC, Peter Obi remains one of the most formidable contenders in Nigeria's evolving political landscape, with a solid and enduring support base in the South-East and South-South.

Speaking on the podcast Conversations with Prof. Jideofor Adibe, Prof. Ibrahim said Obi's strong showing in the 2023 election has cemented his status as a key political force heading into 2027.

While lamenting that Nigeria's opposition field continues to revolve around familiar figures, the professor of Political Science stressed that the 2027 poll is likel...