Veteran singer and activist, Charly Boy, has voiced his frustration with the current state of the country, saying he hopes Nigerians will adopt a “rig and die” mindset to protect their votes in the 2027 general elections.

In a recent interview with Jay On-Air, Charly Boy stressed the need for citizens to rise up and challenge the system, even if it means things must get worse before they get better. He criticized the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, claiming that corruption under his leadership is far worse than what was witnessed during Muhammadu Buhari’s time.

“The corruption we’re seeing now is ten times deeper than what we saw under Buhari,” he said. Charly Boy questioned whether Nigerians’ votes would truly count in 2027 and called for action to push out corrupt leaders.

“It’s not about who steals more. The people looting this country come from every tribe. We know what they’re doing,” he said. He added that real change would only come through radical effort, hinting at possible unrest if things don’t improve. “I’m waiting to see that ‘rig and die’ attitude. Blood might flow, but sometimes it has to get worse before it gets better,” he said.

Former Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, assures the public that if he is to be elected for President, he will be in power for only four years.

Peter Obi shared that his goals and vision for Nigerian can happen within those four years and is not in need for more.

“John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self.”

“My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.”

Peter Obi has restated his commitment to serve only one term if elected president in 2027. The former Anambra governor made it clear in a statement on Sunday that his promise to stay in office for just four years remains unchanged. “My one-term, four-year vow is not up for debate,” Obi said, addressing doubts about his pledge.

He pointed out that history has shown powerful examples of leaders who made lasting impacts without holding onto power for too long. Citing John F. Kennedy and Nelson Mandela, Obi reminded Nigerians that true leadership is about service, not staying in power endlessly.

“Mandela served just one term despite the pressure to stay,” he said. “That was leadership, putting the people first.” Obi also addressed the doubt surrounding his promise. According to him, the disbelief comes from people who are used to politicians breaking their word.

“They think I’ll do the same because that’s what they’re used to,” he said. “But I’m not like them. My record speaks for itself.” He added that real leadership doesn’t need a lifetime to deliver results, saying he is determined to lead with purpose and transparency within the span of four years.