The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has challenged anyone alleging that he personally collected money in the United States for his 2027 presidential campaign to provide evidence, saying he would abandon his campaign if the claim is proven.
Obi made the statement amid allegations and counter-allegations surrounding the funding of his political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The former Anambra State governor has continued to face questions over how his campaign and the NDC are being financed, particularly following accusations concerning payments allegedly made by political aspirants.
Responding to the allegations, Obi reportedly said he was prepared to end his presidential bid if credible evidence emerged showing that he personally received such funds in the United States.
The controversy comes shortly after the NDC rejected allegations that Obi or other party leaders collected money from aspirants for personal use.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, said contributions, levies and donations from members, aspirants and supporters were paid into the party’s designated account and managed by the appropriate organs.
The NDC also challenged anyone claiming to have paid money directly to an individual rather than the party account to produce evidence, insisting that the party would not protect any official found culpable.
The party said it intended to provide financial records to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in accordance with electoral regulations.
Obi’s latest challenge comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with opposition parties working to strengthen their structures and funding ahead of the polls.
The NDC has maintained that its fundraising activities are based on donations, levies and contributions from supporters and stakeholders rather than public funds.
Obi is expected to remain one of the major opposition figures in the 2027 contest, with the NDC positioning itself as a platform seeking to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
