Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed confidence in his ability to secure support from northern Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections, stating that no other candidate can match his plans for the region.

Speaking during an appearance on Prime Time on Arise Television on Monday, Obi said he intends to transform the North, which he described as Nigeria’s greatest asset.

“Nobody can do what I intend to do in the North. We will change the North. Our greatest asset as a country is in the North. We can make more money from agriculture than we make from oil,” he said.

The former Anambra State governor also emphasized the importance of strengthening democratic institutions, calling on the government to support opposition parties.

According to him, a thriving opposition is essential for effective governance and accountability.

“The government should protect the opposition. In fact, they should make opposition stronger and make it work,” he added.