Peter Obi Stops Convoy to Greet Supporters in Ibadan (Video)

IBADAN, OYO STATE — Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, halted his convoy on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday to greet a large crowd of enthusiastic supporters.

The incident occurred as Obi made his way from Lagos to Ibadan for the National Summit of All Opposition Political Party Leaders.

Video footage circulating online captured the moment the former governor stepped out of his vehicle to interact warmly with the supporters who had gathered along the expressway.

According to eyewitness accounts, the crowd cheered loudly as Obi acknowledged their presence and exchanged pleasantries before continuing his journey.

The summit, hosted at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Ibadan, aims to foster unity among opposition parties in preparation for upcoming elections.

Political observers note that such grassroots engagements highlight the continued influence of opposition figures in key Southwest states like Oyo.

Obi’s stoppage underscores the strong grassroots support the Labour Party still commands in parts of the country, especially in urban centres along major highways.

NaijaChoice News gathered that the gathering of opposition leaders is seen as a strategic move to build a formidable front against the ruling party.

The development comes amid growing calls for stronger collaboration among parties critical of the current administration’s policies.

Supporters expressed excitement at the unexpected interaction, describing it as a sign of Obi’s accessibility and commitment to the people.

In Oyo State, where the summit is taking place, political activities have intensified as various groups position themselves for future contests.

The event is expected to produce resolutions on how opposition parties can present a united alternative to Nigerians.

This latest engagement by Peter Obi further signals the active role of opposition voices in shaping the country’s political discourse as the nation looks towards the next electoral cycle.

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