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Peter Obi: “Hate Has to Stop for Nigeria to Move Forward”
Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State and 2023 presidential candidate, has explained his decision to congratulate General Yakubu Gowon on his 90th birthday.
His message, which was received with mixed reactions, emphasized the importance of forgiveness and moving beyond the dark chapters of Nigeria’s history, particularly the civil war that claimed millions of lives.
Obi acknowledged the deep pain felt by many Nigerians due to the 30-month civil war between 1967 and 1970, which saw General Gowon as the head of state and leader of the federal forces, while Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu led Biafra.
However, he argued that the path to healing lies in forgiveness, not in holding onto past grievances.
Obi pointed to his Christian faith as a foundation for his stance, referencing biblical verses like Colossians 3:13 and Ephesians 4:31-32, which urge forgiveness.
Obi also recalled how Nigeria honoured Ojukwu, the Biafran leader, with a national burial in 2012, during his time as Anambra governor.
The burial, he said, was a sign of Nigeria’s willingness to move forward in reconciliation.
He emphasized that anger and bitterness only deepen divisions, while forgiveness can foster healing and pave the way for a united nation.
He urged his supporters and Nigerians to focus on building a New Nigeria, one free from ethnic and religious divisions.
While some criticized his decision to greet Gowon, Obi insisted that silence would harm the country’s efforts to move forward.
He called on Nigerians to join him in promoting peace, unity, and good governance, which he believes are crucial to the nation’s survival.
General Gowon, who led Nigeria through the civil war, remains one of the country’s most prominent elder statesmen.
At 90, he is seen as a symbol of resilience and leadership, despite the controversial legacy of the war.
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, another key figure in Nigeria’s history, also played a crucial role in ending the war, and at 87, continues to advocate for a united and just Nigeria.
Peter Obi’s message highlights the tension between remembering the past and forging a path forward, with his focus on the latter being central to his vision for the future.
The House of Representative plan to start an awareness for the cause of gender-based violence on the streets of Abuja on Monday. The government aim to spread the awareness and reduce the forms of gender violence in the country.
The peaceful march will start at 8am from the Speaker’s Car Park, National Assembly Complex, and will end at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.
Details of the March was discusses at the House of assembly, 1000 participants will be attending which will also include the representatives and members of the public. This awareness is a sign of national unity and fighting for justice to restore stability in the country.
The Labour Party (LP) has firmly rejected claims that it is collaborating with President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in preparation for the 2027 elections.
The allegations, made by human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju in a viral video, were addressed in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh.
The LP emphasized its role as the leading opposition party, with its National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, consistently criticizing the current administration’s policies.
The party highlighted its post-2023 election efforts to hold the government accountable while advocating for reforms in Nigeria’s electoral system.
According to Ifoh, the LP remains committed to credible governance and dismissed any insinuations of collusion as baseless.
Describing Adeyanju’s claims as damaging and unfounded, the party challenged him to provide evidence to support his allegations.
The LP reaffirmed its stance as a principled opposition force determined to ensure fair and transparent leadership selection processes in the country.
A 25-year-old Indian man, Rohitash Kumar, narrowly escaped being cremated alive in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, after being mistakenly declared dead by hospital staff.
Kumar, who had hearing and speech difficulties, was rushed to the hospital on Thursday following an epileptic seizure. A doctor declared him dead without conducting a mandatory postmortem examination, and his body was sent for cremation.
As the funeral pyre was about to be lit, witnesses noticed Kumar’s body moving. He was immediately taken back to the hospital, where he died the next day during treatment.
The incident has led to the suspension of three doctors, with police launching an investigation into the negligence. Authorities have promised strict action to prevent such errors in the future.
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