Peter Obi Promises Anti-Corruption Measures for 2027 Election

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has committed to addressing corruption and reforming the fuel subsidy regime if he is elected president in the 2027 general elections. In an interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) African Service, Obi emphasized that his anti-corruption strategy would begin with himself and his family, asserting that reducing personal involvement in corrupt practices could significantly decrease corruption levels.

He criticized former President Muhammadu Buhari, stating that Buhari was unable to fulfill his anti-corruption promises because he lacked control over his administration, declaring, “He was not in charge. The difference is this: I will be in charge.” Obi also urged opposition parties to focus on increasing voter turnout rather than negotiating a single presidential candidate.

Regarding the fuel subsidy, he maintained that while he has not changed his stance, corruption remains the core issue associated with it, stating he would retain the subsidy if corruption could be eliminated.