In a bold statement on X, Dr. Segun Showunmi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former governorship aspirant in Ogun State, declared his unwavering support for Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, ahead of Nigeria’s next election.
On April 26, 2025, Showunmi posted, “If I am to lose the next election, the only person I am willing to lose with is @PeterObi, for I see his efforts and I believe strongly that we cannot have a country where Ndigbo will have a glass ceiling over them, real or imaginary.”
Here is what he wrote on his official X handle
Showunmi’s statement addresses the systemic marginalization of the Igbo ethnic group, often referred to as Ndigbo, in Nigerian politics. The “glass ceiling” metaphor reflects a broader discourse on ethnic inequities, as the Igbo have historically been underrepresented in top leadership roles despite their significant contributions to Nigeria’s economy and society.
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, gained national prominence during the 2023 election for his frugality and appeal to young voters, earning the support of the “Obidient” movement.
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