Peter Obi Commits to Spending Holidays in Nigeria

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress and former governor of Anambra State, delivered an Independence Day address in Abuja, where he committed to spending his presidential holidays within Nigeria if elected in the 2027 general elections. He emphasized his intention to travel across various states, including Zamfara, Borno, Kwara, Ebonyi, Edo, and Ekiti, to engage with citizens and understand their challenges.

Obi vowed to tackle insecurity decisively, enabling farmers to return to their farms, children to attend school, and businesses to operate without fear. He criticized the APC-led administration for failing to address pressing issues such as poverty, out-of-school children, and insecurity, attributing these challenges to a lack of effective leadership rather than resources.

Obi also mentioned a recent visit to Sokoto State with his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, where they discussed issues like poverty and unemployment.