Former Governor of Anambra State, and labor Party, LP Presidential flagbearer for 2023 general elections, Peter Obi said he prefers to have younger running mate.
Obi made this known when he was speaking in a live interview on AriseTV, this morning.
answering questions When he was asked to clarify social media rumours that he had picked the Director of Publicity and Advocacy of Northern Elders Forum, Dr. Baba-Ahmed, as his vice-presidential candidate, Obi said that though consultations are ongoing, he was yet to pick a running mate.
He said, “We’re talking to a quite number of people and Hakeem Baba-Ahmed is a capable hand. But I wish I can work with somebody who is more younger.
“I prefer younger people who have a lot to offer rather than recycling old hands. I want a competent person and I am building a formidable team.“I want people who can look me in the eye and disagree with me during cabinet meetings. People who have their own minds and ideas.
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