Peter Obi For Me Is Just Another Buhari. He’s Another Guy Who Is Idealist, Not A Realist -Sola Kuti

Political conversations across Nigeria have continued to intensify as public figures, analysts, and commentators weigh in on the country’s leadership trajectory ahead of the 2027 general elections. Among the latest voices to stir debate is political analyst Sola Kuti, whose recent remarks have added fresh perspective to ongoing discussions about governance, expectations, and electoral choices in the country.

Kuti, speaking from an analytical and reflective standpoint, offered a rather sceptical view of Nigeria’s political climate, suggesting that many citizens may be holding expectations that do not fully align with the practical realities of the nation’s political structure.

He argued that the possibility of a dramatic break from the current political order under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu may be more aspirational than achievable, given the entrenched nature of the system.

According to him, while public desire for change is understandable, it often collides with the structural and strategic realities that shape political outcomes in Nigeria. He implied that the prevailing political arrangement remains deeply influential, making sudden or complete shifts less likely than many citizens hope.

Kuti’s commentary became more pointed when he addressed the growing public interest in former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, who remains a prominent figure in opposition politics following the 2023 general election.

Obi continues to enjoy strong backing from supporters who view him as a reform-driven alternative capable of reshaping governance if given another opportunity in 2027.

However, Kuti challenged what he sees as an overly optimistic perception of Obi’s political potential, arguing that much of the enthusiasm surrounding him is driven more by aspiration than by a grounded assessment of the complexities involved in governing a country like Nigeria.

To illustrate his point, Kuti drew a comparison that is likely to generate further public debate. He likened Obi’s growing popularity to the widespread optimism that once surrounded former President Muhammadu Buhari before his eventual election victory.

According to him, Nigerians often place significant hope in political figures without fully accounting for the demands and constraints of leadership once in office.

In his words, Kuti stated: “Peter Obi for me is just another Buhari. You know how Buhari was so overrated that when he became president, everybody thought things would become better. That’s what I think Peter Obi is. He’s another guy who is an idealist not a realist…....