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Peter Obi Criticizes President’s Prolonged Absence Calls for Urgent Leadership

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Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party and a renowned advocate for transparency and good governance, has raised concerns about the prolonged absence of both the President and Vice President from Nigeria, especially at a time when the nation is grappling with severe economic challenges.

Speaking in response to media reports detailing their international travels, Obi questioned the leadership’s priorities, particularly given the depth of the domestic issues affecting millions of Nigerians.

In his statement, Obi emphasized that while some might argue that there is no vacancy in the Presidency despite both leaders being out of the country, it remains troubling for a nation facing a multitude of crises.

He noted that the President had initially informed the public that he would be away for only 14 days, a period that has now elapsed.

With the country still waiting for his return, Obi argued that a leader of a troubled nation like Nigeria should prioritize the welfare of the people and return earlier than planned, considering the pressing volume of work that requires urgent attention.

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Obi further highlighted the unimaginable hardship Nigerians are enduring due to some policies implemented by the current administration.

He pointed out that the policies have led to unprecedented levels of suffering and poverty across the nation, a situation that demands the immediate focus of the President.

“We need his urgent attention to pilot the nation out of this present situation,” Obi remarked.

One of the most concerning aspects of the President’s recent absence, according to Obi, was the decision to send the Vice President to Sweden for a two-day working visit, while the President himself was in Paris, France.

Obi argued that Paris, which is only 833 nautical miles from Stockholm, would have allowed the President to make a brief detour to attend the event in Sweden, saving valuable time and national resources.

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Instead, the Vice President had to travel a much longer distance—3055 nautical miles from Abuja to Stockholm, a journey of over nine hours.

Obi expressed his dismay, noting that this decision resulted in far more travel time and expense than if the President had simply attended the meeting himself while in Europe.

“This does not represent the kind of fiscal responsibility and common sense that is expected of leaders whose people are facing severe hunger and poverty,” Obi stated.

He emphasized the importance of making decisions that reflect true leadership, especially during times of crisis.

For Obi, this is a moment for the nation’s leaders to demonstrate their commitment to alleviating the suffering of Nigerians by managing the country’s limited resources with efficiency and care.

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As the country continues to navigate economic challenges, many Nigerians, particularly those living in poverty, are hoping for a stronger, more engaged leadership.

Obi’s comments resonate with a significant portion of the population, who feel the current administration has not done enough to address the deepening economic woes.

His call for prioritizing the well-being of the people through more responsible governance reflects the growing sentiment among citizens that the nation needs leadership that will put their needs first.

With his slogan “A New Nigeria is Possible,” Peter Obi continues to inspire hope for a future where government actions are more in tune with the realities faced by ordinary Nigerians.

As he champions the need for fiscal discipline and compassionate leadership, Obi’s message strikes a chord with many who feel the country is at a crossroads and in desperate need of change.

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Peter Obi Says He Has Never Considered Leaving Labour Party

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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has strongly denied rumors that he plans to leave the party.

Speaking at the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja, Obi addressed speculations linking him to other political parties like the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made it clear that he has never considered leaving Labour.

Obi and the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, had called for the emergency meeting after the Supreme Court’s decision to remove Julius Abure as the party’s National Chairman.

While Obi emphasized that Labour Party is open to talks with other parties ahead of the 2027 elections, he clarified that any such discussions would involve the party’s stakeholders, not him alone.

“Labour Party is still my party of choice, despite the challenges we’ve faced,” Obi said. “I assure you, I am still with Labour, and I’ve never had discussions with any other party. If we are going to talk to anyone, it will be as a party, not just Peter Obi.”

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Additionally, he stressed that Labour Party’s decisions, including leadership choices, would be made collectively, with input from all stakeholders. “We must work together as a family. Everyone is welcome, and everyone has the right to contest,” he added.


 

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Sowore Says He Will Not Join Atiku and Peter Obi’s Coalition

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Omoyele Sowore, the convener of the Take-it-Back Movement, has made it clear he wants nothing to do with the proposed alliance between former presidential hopefuls Atiku Abubakar of the PDP and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.

Speaking on Arise TV’s Politics Today, Sowore said he has no plans to align with the Social Democratic Party or any coalition that includes the usual political faces. He stressed that his focus remains on building a movement with ordinary Nigerians, not recycling failed alliances.

“I’m not joining any coalition,” he said. “The kind of coalition they formed in 2013 and 2015 gave us the APC, and now they want to repeat the same play in 2025. That’s not the path to real change.”

Sowore argued that partnering with the same political actors responsible for Nigeria’s problems would only harm the people further.

“The coalition we need is one made up of the oppressed. I will never join a group made up of those who helped destroy the country. I’m not interested in the SDP or in political games that toy with the future of Nigerians.”

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Meanwhile, Atiku, Obi, and former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai have started talks aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Atiku spoke about the plan during a press conference hosted by a group of concerned political leaders and stakeholders.

He cautioned the current government against placing personal power above national interest, warning that ignoring the principles of democracy and federalism could push Nigeria into a dangerous political crisis.


 

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Hon. Natasha Osawaru Irobosa Loses Minority Leader Role As Change Sets On The Edo House Of Assembly

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Hon. Natasha Osawaru Irobosa, Nigerian Singer’s 2Face Idibia new lover and member of People’s Democratic Party, has been dismissed from her role as minority leader.

This dismissal also affects many more PDP members such as PDP figures, including Hon. Charity Aiguobarueghian, the Majority Leader, and Hon. Yekini Idaiye, the Chief Whip.

It was noted that the now empty seats will replaced with APC members holding the majority status.

Meanwhile the PDP members who are the leadership of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker remains seated.


 

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