2027: ‘I’ll walk away if Obi accepts VP slot’ — Pat Utomi

By adegboyega Adeleye
Political economist, Prof. Pat Utomi, has declared his support for Peter Obi’s presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that he would withdraw his support if the former Anambra State governor accepts a vice-presidential position.
Utomi stated this in a post shared on his official X account on Thursday, where he reiterated his position on the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate’s political future and outlined his views on the kind of leadership he believes Nigeria needs.
“Peter Obi has my support for the presidency.
“But my position is clear, I am not supporting the idea of Peter Obi becoming somebody else’s Vice President.
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