Peter Obi, himself a presidential candidate, has said Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is qualified to be president of Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Channels Television. Obi also urged opposition politicians to set aside their differences and concentrate on tackling poverty, hunger and insecurity across the country.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has endorsed Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde for the presidency ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general election, according to Legit.ng. Obi reportedly highlighted Makinde's qualifications for the office and called for political unity to ensure credible elections. The endorsement marks a notable development in early alignments among opposition figures as parties and aspirants begin positioning for the next presidential contest in Nigeria.

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has described Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as qualified to become president, according to Daily Trust. Speaking at the commissioning of the presidential campaign office of the Allied People's Movement (APM), Obi said Nigeria needs a leader committed to unity and inclusion, and endorsed those involved in the political initiative.

Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi has described Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde as presidential material, according to PM News. Obi made the remark ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general election, adding that whoever wins the poll fairly should be supported by others to help move the country forward. The comments come amid early political manoeuvring and speculation over potential candidates and alliances for the next presidential race in Africa's most populous nation.

APC chieftain Ayekooto Akindele and Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, have criticised Peter Obi following reports that he endorsed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. Obi, described as the Nigerian Democratic Congress presidential candidate, allegedly backed Makinde, prompting the aides to label him a 'confusionist', according to the Daily Post. The reported endorsement has added to ongoing political tensions and realignments among Nigeria's major political figures ahead of future elections.

Seyi Makinde, presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples' Movement (APM), has said that although his party may be discounted by opponents, its votes will count in Nigeria's 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja, he also addressed petrol pricing, saying the government must show its workings. According to Vanguard, Labour Party figure Peter Obi said Makinde is qualified to be president, while other politicians, including Bala Mohammed and Daura, commented on candidates' electability ahead of the polls.