Peter Obi Calls Attention to Poverty and Education Crisis

In a national broadcast on Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), lamented the alarming rise in poverty, with over 140 million Nigerians experiencing severe economic hardship. He also addressed the issue of out-of-school children, estimating their number at over 18 million, which he described as a significant threat to the country's future.

Obi criticized the decline in national development despite Nigeria's vast resources and raised concerns about the worsening security situation, citing the recent deaths of 37 young Nigerians as a painful reminder of ongoing violence. He warned that over 40 million Nigerians could face extreme hunger by the end of 2026 without urgent intervention.

Obi's recent visit to Sokoto State, alongside Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, revealed the dire conditions in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps, where many children lack access to education and healthcare. He emphasized the need for serious reflection on the country's leadership and governance.