Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Government Over National Grid Collapse

Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the Federal Government for the recurrent collapse of the national electricity grid, labeling it a "national shame" and evidence of leadership failure. Obi pointed out Nigeria's low electricity generation capacity compared to other African countries like South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria.

He emphasized the urgent need for competent and empathetic leadership in addressing the power sector crisis and called for a major turnaround before the 2027 general elections. Obi stressed the importance of prioritizing competent leadership to drive national development effectively.