The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has opened a TikTok page.

The former Anambra State governor made the announcement on his X handle on Tuesday.

On the TikTok page, the former LP presidential flagbearer uploaded a video seeking followership and moves to build a new Nigeria that is possible.

He said, “This is my official and only TikTok page. Kindly join me towards building a new Nigeria that is possible.”

THE MAN PETER OBI

Peter Gregory Obi, CON (born 19 July 1961) is a Nigerian politician and businessman who was the governor of Anambra State under President Olusegun Obasanjo from 17 March 2006 to 3 November 2006, when he was impeached.

He was reinstated on 9 February 2007 and continued his tenure until 2010. He was reelected for his second term until 7 March 2014.

Obi sought the Nigerian vice presidential nomination in 2019, along Atiku Abubakar after decamping to Peoples Democratic Party but lost to Muhammadu Buhari.

He became a member of the Labour Party in 2022 and was handed the presidential ticket by Patrick Utomi during the primary election of the party.

He selected Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed as the vice presidential candidate for the 2023 Nigerian presidential election, and their ticket lost to president and vice president, Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima.

By Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

Elizabeth Omojenrola Oso is a Communications and Language Arts graduate, content writer, and reporter with a focus on thoughtful, human-centered storytelling. She is passionate about crafting clear, compelling narratives that inform, engage, and inspire.

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