Former Anambra Central Senator Victor Umeh has warned Governor Chukwuma Soludo against any attempt to undermine former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, describing such a move as an abomination.
Umeh reportedly declared that he would stand up against any effort to destroy Obi politically, stressing that the former Anambra governor remains an influential figure whose contributions to the state and the country should not be dismissed.
Umeh made the remarks amid political disagreements over the 2027 presidential election, particularly following Soludo’s decision to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid rather than Obi’s candidacy. Umeh Warns Soludo+1
Speaking at a gathering in Anambra State, Umeh described Obi as a symbol of the political aspirations of many people in the South-East. He argued that opposing Obi’s presidential ambition could undermine the region’s interests and called on political leaders to prioritise unity and solidarity.
The senator also recalled his role in Soludo’s emergence as governor, claiming that he had been instrumental in securing his victory. He expressed disappointment over what he viewed as the governor’s current political stance.
Umeh further called on Igbo people and other Nigerians who support Obi to rally behind his 2027 ambition, insisting that voters should be free to make their choices without political pressure.
The remarks underscore the growing political divisions ahead of the 2027 general election, as leaders and parties intensify efforts to build support for their preferred candidates.
