Peter Obi Promises Healthcare Reform for Leaders in Nigeria

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), made a commitment to ensure that political leaders seek medical care in Nigeria if he is elected president in 2027. During the inauguration of the NDC secretariat in Asaba, Delta State, on Thursday, Obi criticized President Bola Tinubu for his prolonged absence from Nigeria, which he linked to the country's deteriorating conditions.

He stated that he would spend his holidays within Nigeria, specifically mentioning Agbor and Warri, rather than traveling abroad. Obi emphasized that political office holders would be required to receive medical treatment in Nigeria, with overseas treatment only permitted through referral.

He also expressed intentions to focus on rebuilding Nigeria's healthcare system to adequately serve both citizens and public officials. Additionally, Obi raised concerns regarding the condition of the East-West Road and other federal roads, asserting that the region contributes significantly to the nation's wealth without receiving appropriate infrastructure in return.