Peter Obi Promises Nigerians Their Sacrifices Will Lead to Change

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), spoke at a town hall meeting in Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday. He told Nigerians that their sacrifices towards building a better country will not be in vain.

Obi condemned an attack by suspected thugs that occurred before the meeting began. He praised party members for their calmness during the incident and expressed confidence that Lagos could improve under an NDC government. He urged residents to support the party’s candidate for governor, Funso Doherty.

In his speech, Obi outlined his vision for Nigeria. He emphasized the need for unity and security in the country. He and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, are committed to fighting corruption and improving electricity supply, promising to provide 10,000 megawatts of power. Obi also pledged to ensure that every community has access to a functioning primary healthcare center.

Obi plans to shift Nigeria from relying on imports to focusing on local production. He aims to reduce the number of out-of-school children and make basic education free and compulsory. He also wants to reform the Nigeria Police Force to enhance security and improve police services.

During the meeting, Obi criticized President Bola Tinubu, suggesting he should step down. He encouraged Nigerians to vote in the upcoming 2027 elections and to stay at polling places until their votes are counted. He stressed the importance of cleaning up the voter register to ensure every vote counts.

Funso Doherty, the NDC’s candidate for governor, praised supporters for standing firm against the thugs who tried to disrupt the meeting. Activist Aisha Yesufu also spoke, urging Nigerians to protect their votes and defend their rights as guaranteed by the Constitution. She expressed confidence that the NDC would win in Lagos, as they did in the last elections.