Peter Obi: “A New Nigeria is possible, I am ready for coalition”

Former governor of Abia State, Peter Obi has reiterated his readiness for party coalition.

Earlier this Wednesday morning, Peter Obi made it public on his X page that he is readily available for coalition to ensure that Nigeria is redirected on the straightforward and progressive path.

This came in as a response to what the Obidient leader termed “media misrepresentation of intention” about his last interview on merging with other political parties.

In his words, Mr. Obi emphasized his conditions to okay any coalition accord that such agreement must be people-centered and not for political gain for politicians.

“I am not against coalition. In truth, I am for it not for power grab but to position Nigeria for greatness.

“I have not, and will never, advocate for any coalition or alliance that does not prioritize the welfare and progress of the ordinary Nigerian.

“Any discussion about governance must centre on what it means for the everyday Nigerian, how it will address critical issues such as access to quality healthcare, and education, and pulling people out of poverty,” Mr. Peter Obi stated.

He further maintained that political activities and engagements that are based on self interests of political actors have been the sole reasons why Nigeria is still standing where it is today.

“Too often in our nation’s history, individuals and groups have come together solely for the purpose of taking power for power’s sake. Such endeavours, devoid of genuine purpose and vision, have only deepened our challenges, leaving the ordinary Nigerian to bear the brunt of bad governance. This is what I stand firmly against”, he said.

He envisions a New Nigeria where opportunities are abundant for ordinary citizens, quality leadership, and justice isn’t available for the highest bidders.

“Leadership must be about service, not self-interest. It must be about building a nation where opportunities abound for all, where justice and equity are non-negotiable, and where governance works for the people, not against them.

“As I have always maintained, the New Nigeria is possible. But it requires us to change the way we think about power. It is not about grabbing it; it is about using it responsibly to transform lives and secure a brighter future for generationst o come”, he opined.

Peter Obi was one of the Presidential candidates in 2023 General Election. He beared the flag of the Labor Party to contest against Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress, Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party and a number of others.

Since the victory of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the sitting President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in early 2023, news of coalition and merging of political parties in preparation for 2027 Presidential race has been going to and fro the media.

 

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