Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has stated that his political aspirations are motivated by his desire to see the nation function for its citizens rather than by a desire to hold Nigeria’s highest office.
The former Labour Party presidential candidate was interviewed by journalist and media personality Rufai Oseni for the Nevon HQ podcast.
“I am not desperate to be president of Nigeria. I am desperate to see Nigeria work.”
“I am desperate to see young people have a means of livelihood. I am desperate to see people stop stealing public money. I am desperate to see Nigeria work.”
“Today, all over the world, Nigerians are running to Niger, Ghana, and everywhere because there are no opportunities in this country, despite the fact that God blessed Nigeria with everything.”
“I will start transformation by uniting this country, bringing it together to be a country everybody will be proud of.”
“I will ensure social inclusion and reduce the level of poverty.”
“To do this, we will invest in critical areas of development such as education. These things are not rocket science. Countries across the world have done this.”
Peter Obi emphasizes that his primary focus is on making a meaningful difference rather than rushing into the presidency.
He is committed to contributing positively to the nation’s development and believes that taking the necessary time will allow him to better serve the people. Obi’s dedication to impactful leadership remains steadfast, underscoring his intention to prioritize genuine progress over haste.
