Only Peter Obi can give Tinubu strong fight – Prophet Iginla tells opposition

ABUJA, Nigeria – Prophet Joshua Iginla of Champions Royal Assembly has declared that former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi remains the only opposition figure who can give President Bola TinubuProphet Iginla Backs Peter Obi for 2027 Fight a real fight in the 2027 presidential election.

The cleric made the statement while addressing his congregation during a live Sunday service at the church in Kubwa. He stressed that Obi, now eyeing the African Democratic Congress presidential ticket, needs a northern running mate to build a formidable challenge against the ruling All Progressives Congress.

Iginla warned Obi against accepting any vice-presidential slot in emerging alliances. “This is my political opinion. If we really want to give the opposition party a strong fight, put Peter Obi there, let him be deputized by any Northerner and then we will have a fight,” he said.

He added: “Peter Obi, don’t, if you vice anybody, you have lost your political relevance. It’s better you go zero and leave them to do their things. The issue is so simple, you need patience if you want to go there.”

NaijaChoice News reports that the prophet framed his views as personal political opinion rather than prophecy, even as he urged strategic patience from the opposition.

The remarks come as Obi and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso continue talks on possible alignment. Supporters of both leaders have projected a joint Obi-Kwankwaso ticket under the ADC platform.

Political observers say Iginla’s intervention highlights the growing focus on north-south opposition tickets ahead of the polls. The cleric has previously spoken on Obi’s political path in similar terms.

Analysts note the statement adds to the intense debate over how the opposition can consolidate against the APC machinery in 2027.