Why does Obi avoid party primaries? Critics, analysts differ

As political realignments intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi's political style is under scrutiny. Journalist Sumner Sambo noted that Obi has consistently avoided highly competitive national primaries, opting to leave political platforms when internal structures do not favor his ambitions. After exiting the PDP, where Atiku Abubakar was dominant, Obi secured the presidential ticket of the Labour Party with little internal resistance.