Primate Ayodele Warns Peter Obi Over Alleged Alliance With Kwankwaso, Says Presidential Ambition May Suffer

…says Kwankwaso Paid to be Your VP, he Will Betray You

The Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has raised concerns over the reported political alliance between former presidential candidate Peter Obi and Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, warning that the partnership could negatively impact Obi’s future presidential ambition.

In a statement issued through his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the outspoken cleric expressed worry over what he described as Obi’s growing desperation in the political landscape ahead of future electoral contests. According to Ayodele, the former Anambra State governor was allegedly surrounding himself with individuals who may not genuinely share his political vision or commitment.

The cleric, who is widely known for his political prophecies and commentaries on national affairs, claimed that Obi was “not listening to divine instructions” and had “fallen into the wrong hands” in his pursuit of the presidency.

Speaking further on the alleged alliance, Ayodele questioned the sincerity and long-term commitment of Kwankwaso to any coalition arrangement involving Obi. He warned that the partnership may eventually work against the Labour Party chieftain’s political aspirations if caution is not taken.

“Kwankwaso isn’t ready to fight for him; he will eventually sell him out, but he doesn’t know it yet,” he said, insisting that such an alliance could weaken Obi’s political chances rather than strengthen them ahead of future elections.

Ayodele further alleged that Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso was acting primarily in his own political interest and not necessarily for the collective interest of any opposition coalition being formed.

“Kwankwaso is doing everything for his personal interest and nothing more,” he stated.

Despite his strong remarks, the cleric maintained that his observations were not motivated by hatred or personal dislike for Peter Obi. Rather, he described Obi as a courageous politician with notable popularity and determination, but added that the former governor was “not yet mature” for the office he is seeking.

Ayodele also cautioned that the political calculations and alliances currently surrounding Obi would eventually unfold in the public space, warning that by the time the realities become obvious, it may already be “too late” for the former presidential candidate to recover politically if the alliance eventually collapses.

The comments have since sparked conversations among political observers and supporters of both leaders, especially as discussions around possible opposition coalitions ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum across Nigeria’s political landscape.