Following the 2023 Nigerian general elections, former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose publicly commended Peter Obi , the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, for his performance while stating that the outcome was "not unexpected".
: More recently, Fayose identified Obi as a critical factor for the 2027 elections, noting that his influence has given parties like the African Democratic Congress (ADC) new relevance following reports of his potential alignment with them. Following the 2023 Nigerian general elections, former Ekiti
In a series of statements, Fayose highlighted several key points regarding the election results and Peter Obi's role: Following the 2023 Nigerian general elections