Obi, Amaechi, Sowore Debate Security and Subsidy Issues

At the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, presidential contenders Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Omoyele Sowore debated critical issues including Nigeria's security crisis, fuel subsidy, and governance. The panel featured intense exchanges, particularly when Sowore challenged Amaechi's record as a former governor and criticized political leaders for policies that he claimed impoverished Nigerians.

Sowore opposed the removal of fuel subsidy, arguing that it primarily benefits the political elite rather than the poor. In response, Amaechi defended his political experience and record, emphasizing his commitment to defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and addressing corruption.

Obi linked insecurity to poverty and criticized the political class for exploiting ethnic and religious divisions, asserting that Nigeria's challenges stem from corruption and inadequate investment in productive sectors. The discussion occurred as Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, highlighting the candidates' differing perspectives on governance and economic policies.