Peter Obi Raises Alarm on Nigeria's Low Life Expectancy, Calls for Urgent Action

Labour Party presidential candidate for 2023, Peter Obi, highlighted Nigeria's dire life expectancy situation, comparing it unfavorably to war-torn countries like Ukraine and South Sudan. He referenced the United Nations World Population Prospects 2025 Report, revealing Nigeria's lowest life expectancy globally and alarming maternal mortality rates.

Obi criticized the country's failing health system and governance, emphasizing the urgent need for improvement. The former Anambra State governor's remarks shed light on the harsh realities faced by Nigerians daily, urging a shift in priorities towards healthcare and well-being.