2023: I’m The Right Person To Save Nigeria – Peter Obi

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has said he is the right man to save the country from ruins and guide it to recovery.

Obi, in an article published by The Economist on Wednesday, said he and his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, are committed to providing the kind of leadership that Nigerians yearn for.

Obi said if elected, his administration will tackle insecurity, boost the country’s economy,and provide job opportunities for youths.

The former Governor of Anambra State promised to improve electricity and attract foreign investment into the country.

He said: “Nigeria witnessed several events last year that shook it to the core. These included militia attacks, abductions and extrajudicial killings.

“Our federal government has failed to secure the country, protect our economy and secure the future of our youth.

“With an estimated population of 217m sitting at the heart of Africa, a dominant youthful population made up of the brightest and bravest in the world, unlimited capacity for economic growth and the potential to lead Africa, Nigeria is worth saving. And I believe I am the right person to guide it to recovery.

“In a matter of days, Nigerians will be voting for their next president, who will be tasked with the responsibility of steering the country out of its current devastating predicament.

“We must persuade our brightest young people not to leave the country by opening up the economy, promoting privatisation, and creating entrepreneurial opportunities.

“We must tackle our security challenges through a holistic approach in four key areas: digital security, economic security, physical security, and social security.”

Obi said he is ready to provide leadership that believes in the dignity of every Nigerian, and with the moral fibre and courage to confront the cabals holding the country hostage.

He also viewed to lead with a well-intentioned strategy for delivering his vision for a united Nigeria that works for all and leaves nobody behind.

He added: “My running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, and I are committed to providing the kind of leadership that Nigerians yearn for: leadership that believes in the dignity of every Nigerian; leadership with the moral fibre and courage to confront the cabals holding the country hostage; leadership with a well-intentioned strategy for delivering our vision for a united Nigeria that works for all and leaves nobody behind.

“Nothing gives us more hope of this possibility than the organic movement for a new Nigeria, driven by its young people, who say that they are inspired by my candidacy and message of possibilities. They call themselves the Obidients, and I am their biggest admirer.”