By Esther Edoh
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has asserted that tackling corruption and “rascality” in governance is crucial for the progress of Nigeria and the African continent as a whole. He made this statement on Sunday via his X (formerly Twitter) handle, underscoring the need for prioritizing investments in key developmental sectors.
Obi’s remarks stemmed from his participation in the African Together Conference at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, where he addressed African youths on the topic of “The Making of Africa’s Future Presidents.”
“I shared insights from my political journey, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that come with serving the public. I maintained that Nigeria, and indeed Africa, can work for all if we dismantle corruption and rascality in governance,” Obi stated.
He expressed his delight in interacting with young African leaders, praising their energy and determination to make a positive impact on society. Obi reiterated his commitment to empowering these youths to shape the future of Africa.
The discussion centered on dismantling corruption and building a better future for the continent. Obi emphasized that investing in critical areas like education, health, and poverty alleviation is paramount for driving growth and development. He drew parallels with countries like China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, highlighting how committed leadership prioritizing these sectors can transform nations.
“With competent, committed, and compassionate leadership, Nigeria can become a beacon of hope, and Africa will rise to become a global economic powerhouse,” he declared.
Obi expressed his gratitude to the African Society at the University of Cambridge for hosting the event and commended the young leaders for their enthusiastic participation and dedication. He concluded by urging citizens to actively participate in nation-building by ensuring that only competent, capable, committed leaders with integrity are elected into public offices.
“As we strive to build the New Nigeria, we all must get involved in this important process of nation-building,” Obi urged. His comments resonate amid ongoing discussions about governance and development challenges facing Nigeria and other African nations.
