A member of the Home of Representatives, Harris Okonkwo, has expressed sturdy optimism that former Anambra State governor Peter Obi will clinch the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) forward of the 2027 polls.
Okonkwo, who represents Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, made the comment whereas talking with journalists in Ojoto, Anambra State.
The occasion was held throughout a medical outreach programme organised by the Annie Okonkwo Basis for residents of the constituency.
The lawmaker lately left the Labour Get together to hitch the ADC. In keeping with him, his determination was pushed by political calculations forward of the subsequent common election.
He famous that he and his supporters would mobilise assist inside the celebration to make sure Obi emerges as its presidential candidate.
“I consider that Nigerians know what is sweet for them. The great factor is that there will likely be no extra delegates for the primaries, as it will be both by consensus or direct primaries,” he mentioned.
“So the individuals are those who will determine relating to deciding on the presidential candidate.”
Okonkwo additionally took time to criticise facets of the amended Electoral Act. He argued that some provisions might restrict political participation and weaken the correct of residents to freely affiliate.
“Reality be advised, freedom of affiliation and freedom of political participation shouldn’t be tampered with. I argued in opposition to it, however sadly we have been within the minority and the bulk had its approach,” he mentioned.
The federal lawmaker additional defined that though the legislation discourages membership in a number of political events, it mustn’t forestall people from supporting candidates outdoors their political platforms.
“One might belong to at least one celebration however determine to assist a candidate in one other celebration. There ought to be no restrict to freedom of affiliation,” he added.
Okonkwo additionally raised considerations about how public assets are being dealt with by the federal government. He urged leaders to put the welfare of Nigerians above private or political pursuits.
“Our concern ought to be the best way the Nigerian authorities manages our assets and the extent of extravagance being exhibited on the expense of the folks. I consider that in the long term, fact will prevail,” he mentioned.