Peter Obi Promises Anti-Corruption Emergency if Elected

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), vowed to declare an emergency on corruption if he is elected president. He made this commitment during an interaction with residents of Enugu State, where he attributed Nigeria's economic difficulties, insecurity, and hardship to corruption.

Obi expressed concern over the struggles of Nigerians with hunger, unemployment, and insecurity while public resources are misappropriated. He promised to ensure transparency and accountability in government, stating that Nigerians would be informed about the use of public funds, including borrowed money.

Obi also emphasized the importance of national unity and security, pledging to tackle insecurity directly. He criticized President Bola Tinubu for suggesting he would not campaign across all 36 states, insisting that the president should engage with Nigerians and account for his administration's performance.

Obi called for greater transparency regarding the government's borrowing and the utilization of public funds.