A Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Dan Ulasi, has expressed optimism about Peter Obi's leadership potential, stating that a private conversation with the former Anambra State governor would give Nigerians hope for the country. Ulasi made the remarks in an interview aired on Arise TV on Thursday, describing Obi as someone with a clear vision for national development. "If you listen to Peter Obi one-on-one, you will have hope for this country. You will have tremendous hope that somebody has a concept of what he wants to do and how he will do it for the overall benefit of our people," he said. He revealed that Obi had visited his residence four times in 2026, the most recent occasion following an event at Coal City University in Enugu. Ulasi noted that Obi gave him about 30 minutes' notice before arriving and that he subsequently invited other prominent Southeastern figures to join them. The PDP leader traced his relationship with Obi to his tenure as chairman of the National Republican Convention, during which Obi ran for Anambra governorship. Ulasi voiced dissatisfaction with the current state of the PDP, asserting that the party, as it stands, cannot produce a credible candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. He specifically criticized the leadership role of Nyesom Wike, stating that the ongoing internal processes involving Wike would not strengthen the party. Ulasi warned that without proper clarification on the party's direction, he might leave the PDP.
Dan Ulasi praises Peter Obi's private clarity while remaining in a party he admits cannot challenge President Tinubu under Nyesom Wike's leadership. His repeated private meetings with Obi contrast with his public inaction in leaving a PDP structure he considers fatally flawed. Nigerians who rely on opposition unity may find little comfort in alliances that exist only behind closed doors. Words without movement change nothing.
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