According to an interview aired by ADVOCACY FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE on Monday, May 11, 2026, former Anambra State governor and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has stated that he prefers to walk away from conflict rather than remain in environments characterised by division, hostility, and constant disagreements.
Speaking during the interview, Obi explained that throughout his public and private life, he has consistently chosen peace over confrontation, even when such decisions are sometimes interpreted by others as weakness or political compromise.
The former Labour Party presidential candidate maintained that he did not willingly abandon the political parties he previously belonged to. According to him, unresolved internal disputes and unhealthy political conditions often forced him to leave quietly instead of engaging in prolonged public quarrels or internal battles.
Obi stressed that he does not believe in remaining in situations where conflict dominates relationships or political activities. He explained that whenever disagreements become unhealthy or destructive, he prefers to distance himself peacefully rather than escalate tensions.
According to him, preserving peace should not be viewed as cowardice but as a demonstration of maturity, discipline, and emotional strength. He argued that choosing calmness over confrontation often requires more restraint and wisdom than remaining in endless disputes.
Reflecting on his personal philosophy, Obi stated that he has never intentionally involved himself in unnecessary public or private conflicts with individuals. He added that he would rather accept criticism or even be labelled weak than remain in an environment filled with hostility and division.
In his words, Obi said, “I don’t stay where there’s a problem. I’ve never knowingly whether it’s in private or in public quarrel with people, I don’t stay I would rather be the loser and be called a coward and go out of it in peace, than stay where there is quarrel. So if people tomorrow say we don’t want you here, I move on. That is not weakness, it is a virtue.”
His comments have since generated reactions among supporters and political observers, with some describing his remarks as a reflection of a peaceful leadership style, while others interpreted them within the context of his political movements and party transitions over the years….See More
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