Aisha Yesufu asks Nigerians to fund Obi’s 2027 campaign

Activist Aisha Yesufu has launched a fundraising campaign to support Peter Obi's 2027 presidential bid, urging Nigerians to contribute financially rather than leaving the responsibility to Obi alone. In a video shared on X, Yesufu emphasized that citizens must take ownership of the campaign and make donations, no matter how small. She stated, "My fellow citizens, Peter Obi cannot do this alone."

Recalling the 2023 election, Yesufu revealed that Obi had initially opposed public fundraising but agreed when Yesufu argued that citizens needed to be involved. She noted that the previous fundraising exercise, despite criticism, was accounted for. Yesufu emphasized that the arrangement where Obi provided the money was no longer sustainable, urging supporters to contribute towards the effort. She said, "It can no longer work. Every one of us have to put in our own widow’s mite."

The fundraising is separate from the political party, with the party providing its own account details for donors. Yesufu pledged to ensure transparency in managing the donations, vowing to account for every contribution received, similar to her transparency during the 2023 campaign. "In 2023, I was accountable, and I accounted for every dime. And in 2027, by the grace of God, I will also be accountable. And I will account for every dime," she affirmed.