The 2023 Labour Party’s presidential hopeful and former Anambra governor, Peter Obi surprised supporters by joining a late-night campaign rally in Ogbunike on Tuesday to back gubernatorial candidate George Moghalu against incumbent Chukwuma Soludo in the November 8, 2025, election.
The event in deputy candidate Ifeoma Veronica Okaro’s hometown highlights Obi’s mobilization of the Obidient movement amid a field of 16 candidates, including contenders from the All Progressives Congress and Peoples Democratic Party.
In a part statement on Wednesday Obi described the atmosphere: “The warmth, energy, and genuine enthusiasm we met in Ogbunike were deeply inspiring.
“During my brief remarks, I expressed my profound gratitude to the community for their unwavering support and for standing firm in the belief that governance must prioritise human development.
“I emphasised our collective zeal and commitment to improving the quality of life in every community through better education, accessible healthcare, youth empowerment, and job creation.
“We reaffirmed that the Labour Party’s mission is about transforming lives and restoring faith in leadership.” The presidential hopeful added
