Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has declared that every vote must count in the 2027 general elections, cautioning that anyone who attempts to manipulate the process will face legal consequences.
In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Monday, Obi said Nigerians would no longer tolerate situations where valid votes are disregarded, stressing that the integrity of the electoral process must be protected.
He urged voters to remain at their polling units after casting their ballots to observe the counting and transmission of results, describing such vigilance as essential to strengthening democracy in the country.
“Unlike in the past, in 2027 our votes MUST count, and all those who are there not to count the votes will be counted among those destroying Nigeria,” Obi stated.
“I encourage everyone to remain at the polling units after voting to count and witness the counting and transmission of results. Those who refuse to allow the votes to count will be made to feel the full weight of the law against rigging.
“Let me reiterate: if you do not count our votes, we will count you among those who destroy our democracy, thereby destroying our future, and you must answer to the law,” he added.
