Senator Victor Umeh, representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, has declared that any Igbo person who campaigns against the presidential ambition of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general elections is working against the collective interests of Ndigbo.
Umeh, a member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), described Obi as the conscience and voice of the Igbo people, urging political leaders and residents of the South-East to unite behind his presidential aspiration.
The senator made the remarks in a video circulating on Monday, November 9, 2026, in which he also cautioned political leaders in the region, particularly the Anambra State Government, against taking steps capable of undermining Obi’s 2027 presidential campaign.
Speaking in the video, Umeh identified himself as an Igbo activist and maintained that his position on issues of national importance had consistently reflected his commitment to the interests of the Igbo people.
“I’m an Igbo activist; you people know me, and you hear my voice in the Senate on all issues of national importance. Peter is our conscience in this election. Any Igbo man who stands up to say we will not vote for Peter Obi, I’m telling you that he’s an enemy of the Igbo people,” he said.
Umeh specifically appealed to the Anambra State Government not to allow political differences or personal interests to influence its position on Obi’s presidential ambition.
He argued that the broader interests of the South-East should take precedence over individual political disagreements, warning against actions that could create divisions among political leaders and the people of the region.
The lawmaker also recalled his political contributions to the emergence of previous administrations in Anambra State, including that of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, stressing that political power should be exercised in the interest of the people.
He cautioned against using political differences to work against fellow Igbo leaders, describing such conduct as unacceptable.
“Let him not commit what is called an abomination by wanting to destroy his brother in the name of politics,” Umeh added.
The senator further questioned why Igbo politicians should be discouraged from supporting Peter Obi when political leaders from other regions openly mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu.
He maintained that the South-East should not allow internal political disagreements to weaken its position in the 2027 presidential contest.
Umeh’s comments come amid growing political realignments and disagreements within the South-East over the 2027 presidential election and the political future of Peter Obi.