Abia State Governor Alex Otti has slammed politicians already talking about the 2027 general elections, saying it is wrong to think that far ahead.
Otti said those discussing the 2027 elections in 2025 are “trying to play God” because no one can be sure of what tomorrow holds.
He made the statement on Sunday while meeting with former Governor and current Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Senator Chris Adighije in Umuahia.
“People in 2025 are talking of 2027… You can’t even talk about 2027 because there is no guarantee that you will go beyond 2025. Who are you to begin to talk about 2027?” Obi said.
He added that only today is certain, tomorrow is uncertain, and the day after tomorrow is a gamble.
Otti also noted that nobody is competent to talk about tomorrow except he or she who wants to play God.
“Today is certain; tomorrow is a promise. Next, tomorrow is gambling. Let us talk about today; when tomorrow comes, and we are lucky to be part of it, we can hold the discussion.”
Recently, Otti said he would consult God before deciding whether to run for a second term in the 2027 governorship election, saying, “Just like 2023 was in the hands of God, 2027 will also be in the hands of God.”
