Peter Obi

Peter Obi

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Peter Obi is a Nigerian businessman and politician who served as the governor of Anambra State from 2006 to 2014. He has gained significant popularity among the youth, particularly for his candidacy in the recent presidential elections, where he was seen as a formidable anti-establishment figure, capturing the support of many who participated in the #EndSARS protests.

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Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, claimed he and his wife are godparents to Governor Soludo's children.

Peter Obi, Anambra govt disagree over Soludo kids’ godfather
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-27
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Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, claimed he and his wife are godparents to Governor Soludo's children.

Peter Obi not godfather to Soludo's children — First Lady's aide
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-26
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Frank discussed the political ambitions of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi.

Police begin disciplinary action against inspector over rema
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-25
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Peter Obi is involved in a dispute with the current Anambra Governor over unpaid workers' entitlements from his administration.

Anambra releases N363m document on arrears
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-25
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Otti said he had no disagreement with Obi and that the former governor would be allowed to campaign in Abia if he chose to do so.

Otti rules out presidential bid, says he’ll retire after ten
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-25
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Peter Obi has vowed to jail anyone found rigging an election under his administration.

Anyone who rigs election will go to jail, says Obi
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-25
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Peter Obi insists that he did not borrow money or issue bonds on behalf of Anambra State during his eight years as governor.

I left Anambra debt-free, Peter Obi insists
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-25
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Umahi described Obi as 'a lucky person' while responding to comments about criticism of the former Anambra governor.

Umahi dismisses Peter Obi comparison, says not Igbo turn
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-24
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Wike's G5 group of governors strategically allowed Obi to win in parts of the South-South.

Wike rejects election rigging claims, says G5 outsmarted Ati
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-23
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The OK Movement is a support group backing the NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, for the 2027 election.

Support groups can't set up campaign councils – Dickson
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-23
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The Anambra State Government has challenged former governor Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race.

Evening recap: Anambra dares Obi to quit presidential race, Babachir Lawal joins NDC, other top stories
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-22
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Peter Obi is a former governor of Anambra State who has been challenged by the current government regarding his financial management while in office.

Anambra dares Obi, releases salary arrears document
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-22
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Peter Obi is the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

NDC cedes campaign council roles to Obi, Kwankwaso for 2027
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-22
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Peter Obi was the Labour Party candidate who benefited from the G-5's strategy in the 2023 election.

How G-5 helped Obi defeat Atiku in Edo, C'River — Wike
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-21
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Peter Obi is the presidential candidate supported by the OK Movement.

OK Movement demands apology from NDC, rejects intimidation
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-20
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Obi is contesting on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress for the 2027 presidential election.

Tinubu, Atiku, Obi redraw battle lines for 2027 election
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-20
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Peter Obi is the presidential candidate for the National Democratic Congress and is predicted to win Lagos in the 2027 election.

Obi’ll win Lagos by wider margin – NDC
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-20
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Peter Obi is the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

Thugs reportedly attack Obi, Kwankwaso supporters in Warri
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-18
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Abraham spoke about the backlash during a Twitter Space, saying some supporters of Peter Obi had petitioned Netflix to remove her films.

Toyin Abraham rejects Lagos APC campaign council role
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-18
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Director-General John Ughulu leads the campaign structure supporting the joint ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso under the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

Tinubu, Wike truce, miners' deaths, other top stories
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-18
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Peter Obi’s convoy was forced to turn back in Benue State after a crowd reportedly blocked the highway during his planned visit.

46 arrested after Peter Obi’s convoy was blocked in Benue
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-17
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Peter Obi mourned the death of veteran Nigerian actor, Olu Jacobs, describing him as an embodiment of the excellence of the Nigerian spirit.

Obi mourns Olu Jacobs, says actor represented excellence
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-17
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Peter Obi is a former Governor of Anambra State and a presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

Anambra govt counters Obi, alleges N127bn, $124m debt
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-17
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Peter Obi of the Nigeria Democratic Congress is one of the major opposition presidential candidates involved in the discussions.

Utomi leads talks with Atiku, Obi on single candidate
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-17
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Peter Obi is the former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress involved in a debt controversy.

Presidency dares Peter Obi over Anambra debt controversy
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-16
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Peter Obi has asked the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to release his academic records following reports of a legal action seeking Certified True Copies of his university certificates.

Peter Obi urges UNN to release his academic records
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-15
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Peter Obi is the National Democratic Congress presidential candidate whose credentials are being challenged by Abayomi Arabambi.

LP disowns Arabambi over Peter Obi credential case
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-09-14
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