Why I agreed to be Peter Obi’s running mate – Datti Baba-Ahmed

The Labour Party vice presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has disclosed the reason for is acceptance of Peter Obi’s running mate nomination.

Obi is the presidential candidate of the Labour Party.

Obi, who is a former Anambra State governor, unveiled Baba-Ahmed as his running mate at an event in Abuja on Friday.

Baba-Ahmed is the founder of Baze University, Abuja. The 46-year-old was a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna North Senatorial district.

Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, Baba-Ahmed said his decision to accept the nomination was borne out of his commitment to rescuing Nigeria.

He said, “The undeniable and unchallengeable fundamental reason for being on this ticket is to rescue Nigeria.”