Peter Obi Clarifies Comments on Diaspora Support for Families

The Peter Obi Media Office has denied allegations that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), advised Nigerians abroad to cease financial support for their relatives in Nigeria. This clarification followed Obi's remarks during a town hall meeting with supporters in the United Kingdom, where he urged the diaspora to encourage those back home seeking financial help to vote for good governance.

The Media Office, through spokesman Idris Zekeri Jnr, stated that Obi's comments were misrepresented and taken out of context. The office emphasized that Obi did not intend to discourage support for family members but rather aimed to address the systemic issues causing financial dependency.

Obi's vision is for a Nigeria where families can thrive without relying on remittances from abroad, advocating for improved living conditions, decent incomes, and access to essential services.