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Peter Obi Inspires Nigerians Abroad in Atlanta with Vision of a New Nigeria
Peter Obi has wrapped up his North America Thank You Tour, meeting with the Nigerian diaspora in an open forum in Atlanta, Georgia.
Obi, a prominent political figure and advocate for a reformed Nigeria, spoke passionately about his vision of a “New Nigeria”—a nation where institutions function, laws are respected, and citizens have equal opportunities to succeed.
The forum, attended by Nigerian Americans and Georgia State legislators, highlighted Obi’s message of unity, resilience, and progress.
During his interaction, Obi urged attendees to remain steadfast in their belief in a better Nigeria, one built on merit and justice.
He emphasized the need for a society where every citizen, no matter their background, has a chance to rise above poverty and build a stable, fulfilling life.
The vision of a New Nigeria, he explained, is not a dream for the distant future but a tangible goal that, with collective effort, can be achieved.
Obi expressed profound appreciation for the contributions of the Nigerian diaspora across North America.
He acknowledged their ongoing support for the country, whether through community-building, or advocacy, calling their efforts essential in sustaining Nigeria through challenging times.
He encouraged them to stay involved, adding that their influence and investment in Nigeria’s future are crucial to building a thriving nation.
The tour, which took Obi to cities across the United States and Canada, was both a celebration of Nigerian resilience and a rallying call for transformation.
As he closed his North America tour, Obi left the crowd with a powerful reminder: the dream of a New Nigeria is not only possible—it is achievable.
TV anchor Rufai Oseni makes headlines as he speaks on fuel subsidy in Nigeria. He shared that Nigeria can have fuel subsidy without the long queues at filling stations.
“When we were still paying subsidies, there were no long queues. We were subsidising. So you can still have a subsidy regime going on, and there will be no long queues because production was close by. Dangote had it. That’s just it. That argument also falls flat.
“The biggest beneficiaries of subsidy are not Nigerians. They are crony capitalists that have big infrastructure, and they do contracts. They have been the biggest beneficiaries of the subsidy,” he said.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu, speaks to those in the electricity sector about the usual blackouts in the state.
He speaks on ways things can change in the state and how electricity can be provided.
“We need to drop corporate egos, abandon long-standing excuses, and confront the harsh realities obstructing progress in the power sector.”
“We, state governments, used to give excuses that everything is centralised, so the Federal Government has unbundled it now. What have we done in a year and a half?” Sanwo-Olu asked.
“We take two steps forward, we go five steps backward,” he said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day for public servants in the state to mark the Isese Festival.
Speaking on the celebration, he said “Ìṣẹ̀ṣe is not a relic. It is a living expression of our traditions and a celebration of Yoruba spirituality as an important part of Nigeria’s cultural and religious landscape,” he said.
He added “When the drums sound in Lagos on Thursday, they answer drums in Havana, in Salvador, in Port of Spain. Fifty-five million people and counting. Lagos is not observing a local holiday. Lagos is standing at the centre of a global heritage,” Aregbe said.
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