Peter Obi Urges UK Nigerians to Stop Remittances for Change

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), addressed Nigerians in the United Kingdom during a town hall meeting in Manchester on October 18, 2026. He urged them to cease sending financial support to relatives and friends in Nigeria, arguing that such assistance merely masks the underlying issues caused by poor leadership.

Obi emphasized that the economic hardships faced by Nigeria are a result of inadequate governance. He called on Nigerians at home to feel the impact of bad governance to motivate them to demand better leadership and make informed choices in the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Obi distinguished himself from other governors by highlighting his financial discipline during his time in office. He stressed the importance of active citizen participation in addressing Nigeria's challenges and described the 2027 elections as a pivotal moment for the country, encouraging diaspora Nigerians to influence their families back home to vote.