2027 Shockwave: Sowunmi Labels Peter Obi ‘My Greatest Disappointment’ In Fiery Attack

A prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has voiced strong disapproval of Peter Obi, describing the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate as his “greatest disappointment” in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.

Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time, Sowunmi criticized Obi’s perceived willingness to join a coalition led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other opposition leaders aiming to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Sowunmi, a long-time ally of Atiku, lamented Obi’s failure to build on the wave of momentum and widespread youth support he garnered during the 2023 elections, where he finished third with over six million votes.

“My greatest disappointment as we approach 2027 is Peter,” Sowunmi stated. “I had hoped he would realize that challenging the status quo required collaboration — not a lone crusade. Even in defeat, unity would have sent a powerful message.”

He warned Obi against associating with the coalition, labeling it a “self-serving venture” designed to exploit Obi’s popularity without offering genuine partnership.

“These politicians merely want to capitalize on his influence for 2027,” he added.

Sowunmi also disclosed that he had previously advised Obi to clarify his political stance by May 29, 2024, or risk losing support from key figures in the opposition.

“I told him months ago — if you don’t define your political direction by May 29, I may shift my support to Asiwaju,” Sowunmi said. “The gains we’ve made positioning him as a national leader of Igbo extraction shouldn’t be squandered.”

Interestingly, Sowunmi didn’t spare his principal, Atiku Abubakar, criticizing him for leading a coalition that seems disconnected from the PDP. He argued that any credible opposition movement must be grounded in party structures rather than built around individual ambitions.

He warned that attempts to sideline institutional frameworks like the PDP could backfire if the party isn’t fully integrated into the coalition’s plans.

Though Peter Obi has yet to formally join Atiku’s alliance, his recent appearances at opposition strategy meetings have stirred widespread speculation about his next political move as the 2027 race begins to take shape.