Human rights lawyer and public intellectual, Dele Farotimi, the author: Nigeria and it’s Criminal Judicial System; has once again reaffirmed his unwavering support for former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party standard-bearer, Peter Obi, declaring that he would “still queue behind him till tomorrow” in the pursuit of a better Nigeria.
Farotimi’s statement, delivered in his characteristic blunt and principled tone, underscores a growing sentiment among sections of Nigeria’s civic and intellectual community who see Peter Obi not merely as a candidate, but as a symbol of ethical leadership, fiscal discipline, and governance anchored on competence rather than entitlement.
According to Farotimi, his support for Obi is not driven by sentiment, ethnicity, or partisan loyalty, but by a clear-eyed assessment of character, capacity, and record. He has consistently argued that Nigeria’s crisis is fundamentally a leadership problem, and that Obi represents a rare departure from the culture of waste, impunity, and mediocrity that has defined governance for decades.
Political observers note that Farotimi’s endorsement carries moral weight. Known for his fierce independence and refusal to align with power for convenience, Farotimi has been a vocal critic of elite failure across party lines. His continued backing of Obi reinforces the narrative of a citizen-led political movement built around accountability, prudence, and people-centered governance.
As conversations around 2027 intensify, such declarations reflect the persistence of the Obi political phenomenon beyond electoral cycles. For supporters, “Peter Obi President” is less a slogan and more a statement of resistance against a system that has normalised failure.
While the political terrain remains fluid, voices like Dele Farotimi’s signal that for many Nigerians, the demand for credible leadership has not faded. Instead, it is hardening into resolve — a resolve to keep queuing, waiting, and insisting on a Nigeria that works.
