The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has welcomed Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, into its ranks, describing his move as a major step forward for the party’s ambitions.
In a statement released in Abuja on Thursday, PRP’s National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, said Baba-Ahmed’s decision marks the beginning of a renewed phase for the party.
He added that the defection reflects growing confidence in the PRP’s agenda for national transformation and effective governance.
How the Defection Strengthens PRP’s Political Vision
The party emphasised that Baba-Ahmed’s arrival—along with his political allies from across the country—would reinforce its drive for transparency in leadership, improved national security, and broad-based economic reforms.
It also reiterated its openness to Nigerians willing to contribute to rebuilding the nation.
Calling on citizens from diverse backgrounds to support its vision, the PRP said its mission is to confront Nigeria’s pressing challenges and lay the foundation for a more unified and equitable society.
Outlining its priorities, the party highlighted a five-point strategy focused on restoring trust in public leadership, addressing insecurity through institutional changes, reviving the economy, and restructuring governance systems to promote fairness and efficiency.
According to the statement, these goals are aimed at delivering real improvements in critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and rural development.
Baba-Ahmed Speaks on Peter Obi and 2027 Strategy
Meanwhile, Baba-Ahmed recently disclosed that he had advised Peter Obi regarding his political strategy ahead of the 2027 presidential race.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, he said their conversation took place on January 31, 2024.
He revealed that he suggested Obi consider selecting a new running mate, mentioning figures such as Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Nasir El-Rufai among possible options.
Baba-Ahmed noted that while he and Obi differ in political style and approach, his support for the former Labour Party presidential candidate remains intact.
However, he also expressed reservations about how the aftermath of the 2023 election was handled, maintaining that their camp had won but did not push hard enough to reclaim what he believes was their mandate.
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“I told Obi that while I will continue to stand by him, our political approaches are not the same. In my view, we let go of the 2023 victory too easily,” he said, underscoring both his loyalty and his candid stance on the way forward.