Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, has stated that he is not in a rush to win the presidency of Nigeria in 2027 and that his top goal is to see the nation prosper under any leadership.
In an interview with Sunday Politics on Channels Television, Obi stated that his ambition is motivated by a desire to change the nation rather than hold public office.
Responding to a question on whether his mission to “fix Nigeria” meant he would be done with politics if he failed to become president in 2027, Obi said, “That’s not the idea. I’ve always said that I am not desperate to become President of Nigeria. I am desperate to see Nigeria work. If it is working, I will support whatever makes it work.”
“So if Nigeria is working, I’ll support whatever makes it work. I want to see a country where a child of nobody can be somebody without knowing anybody, where we can put people out of poverty, where young people will have the opportunity to live, get jobs, be diplomats and participate in what young people do all over the world.”
“It doesn’t matter if Peter Obi is the president or not. So far, Nigeria is good; I’m fine with it.”
“I’m contesting because I believe that I will fix it. I will unite the country and be able to show an example of what is possible.”
Ultimately, this is exactly the message they want us to believe—that Peter Obi is not desperate for the presidency. It’s a narrative crafted to shape public perception, but only time will reveal the true intentions behind these words.
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