Rochas Says Peter Obi Will Not Appear on 2027 Election Ballot
Nigerian businessman and social media commentator Uche Rochas has stated that the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, will not be on the ballot in the 2027 general election.
The comment follows a Federal High Court decision in Lokoja that set aside an earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the NDC as a political party.
Justice Isah Dashen, who delivered the ruling, held that the previous order adversely affected the rights of the Peace Movement Party, which had not been joined as a party in the suit.
The Peace Movement Party claimed ownership of the logo being used by the NDC, a matter the court said should have been considered before the earlier order was issued.
The ruling has sparked backlash, with some opposition parties accusing the Bola Tinubu‑led administration of plotting to weaken opposition platforms ahead of the 2027 elections.
Supporters of Peter Obi have also expressed concern, describing the decision as an alleged plot to deregister the NDC, the party expected to field him in the presidential race.
The controversy has intensified debate over the NDC’s future and whether the court ruling could affect its chances of participating in the 2027 polls.
Reacting on his 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, Rochas wrote:
“Peter Obi will not be on any ballot in the 2027 general election. We will certainly miss him, and the noise.
I also feel sorry for those he deceived into spending their time and money on the NDC. Now, there will be no refunds.”
As of the time of this report, neither the NDC nor Peter Obi has officially responded to Rochas’ claim.
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