By Emeka Chiaghanam
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obimma, Spiritual Director of the Holy Ghost Adoration Ministry, popularly known as Ebube Muonso, has declared his support for former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, saying he believes he has what it takes to lead Nigeria successfully in the 2027 presidential election.
Speaking in Nkwelle Ezunaka, during a charity outreach where he shared bags of rice to hundreds of elderly persons in the community, the cleric said his conviction about Obi’s leadership ability comes from both personal belief and what he described as a strong sense of hope across the country.
The event, which took place in Nkwelle Ezunaka Town Hall, Oyi Local Government Area, drew residents who gathered to receive support as part of the cleric’s regular humanitarian activities. But beyond the food distribution, the gathering became a platform for a strong political message centred on unity, leadership, and the future of the country.
Ebube Muonso said that for many people in the South-East, Peter Obi represents hope and possibility. He described the former governor as a figure who has gained rare acceptance across different parts of Nigeria and even beyond its borders. According to him, such wide recognition is not common and should not be ignored by the people of the region.
He urged people from the South-East to close ranks and support Obi’s political journey, stressing that unity among the Igbo remains key to achieving meaningful progress in national politics. He also encouraged political leaders in the region to align with what he described as a collective aspiration for stronger representation at the highest level of government.
The cleric did not hold back in expressing his belief that Obi would perform well if given the opportunity to lead the country. He said Nigeria needs a leader who is disciplined, focused, and able to restore trust in governance, adding that Obi fits that description in his view.
According to him, the coming election presents another chance for Nigerians to make decisions that could reshape the country’s direction. He said he is convinced that Obi carries the kind of vision needed to move the nation forward at a time when many citizens are facing hardship and uncertainty.
Ebube Muonso also used the moment to reflect on long-standing calls for fairness and inclusion from the South-East. He referenced past leaders who fought for justice and equity for the region, noting that their struggles were rooted in a desire for peace, security, and equal treatment within the Nigerian federation.
However, he expressed concern that internal disunity among Igbo people continues to slow down progress in the region. He warned that without unity and mutual support, the South-East may struggle to achieve its long-term political and developmental goals.
He appealed for a return to what he described as the spirit of love and togetherness that helped the region recover in the years following the Nigerian civil war. In his words, cooperation and shared purpose remain essential for any meaningful advancement.
“The earlier we learn to support one another, the better for us,” he said, urging leaders and citizens alike to prioritise collective interest over personal ambition.
Despite his concerns, the cleric maintained a hopeful tone, expressing confidence that Peter Obi could deliver if elected president. He described him as a “vessel of positive change” and said his belief in Obi’s ability to lead Nigeria is firm.
As the outreach ended, residents left with both relief from the food distribution and fresh political conversation stirred by the cleric’s remarks, which have added yet another voice to the growing debate around the 2027 presidential race.
