Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has stepped up talks with northern leaders ahead of the general elections in 2027.
As part of his engagements, Obi reportedly traveled to Minna in Niger State and Zaria in Kaduna State.
Obi met Prof. Ango Abdullahi, the Chairman of the Northern Elders Forum and a former Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University, in Zaria.
In a post on his verified X handle, Obi confirmed the visit and stated that it was a component of his continuous efforts to involve stakeholders and support national development.
“I went to Zaria yesterday as part of my ongoing efforts to engage with various stakeholders and contribute to the nation’s development,” Obi wrote.
“My goal was to meet with Professor Ango Abdullahi, a renowned scholar and well-respected participant in our national conversation.”
Nigeria’s issues, national unity, and leadership responsibility were the main topics of discussion during the conference, according to Obi.
“The urgent problems facing our nation, the necessity of unity, and workable solutions to rebuild Nigeria were the main topics of our discussion,” he stated.
“During our conversation, we openly discussed the difficulties facing our country and the obligation of leadership to put aside differences and strive for the welfare of all Nigerians.”
He continued by saying that he valued Abdullahi’s opinions and views on the topics at hand.
At the airfield in Zaria, Obi also got to know a group of pilots who were graduating.
He claimed that the pilots approached him with excitement and optimism for the future, adding that he urged them to maintain discipline and focus.
He said, “I reminded them that Nigeria needs their professionalism, skills, and integrity to drive progress and development.”
Obi traveled from Zaria to Minna, Niger State, where he had a meeting with General Ibrahim Babangida, the former head of state.
According to Obi, Babangida has previously talked about a book called Growing Apart, which looks at how Nigeria and Indonesia had different histories despite having similar beginnings.
He clarified that on a previous visit, Babangida had instructed him to get the book.
Obi remarked, “I made sure to get an autographed copy for him.”
“Yesterday, I gave him the book, and we talked about the need to make our people’s lives better as well as the nation’s unity and security.”
According to Obi, the interactions reinforced his conviction that open communication and shared accountability are essential.
“These interactions have strengthened my belief that genuine progress necessitates open communication and shared accountability for the future of our beloved nation,” he declared.
“I think a New Nigeria is achievable, and I’m still dedicated to helping make it happen.”
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