Kizito

What you are willing to walk away from determines what God brings to you ~ Mike Murdock

[Kizito @MbahKizito]

The Rock, the man I was and am proud to have supported
The Man am glad to have called my GCFR.
We will stand with you to the end @PeterObi

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

My Condolences on the Jigawa Canoe Mishap

I am deeply saddened by the tragic news emerging from the Malamawa community in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State, where at least 40 women and children are feared dead following a devastating canoe mishap.

Losing such a significant number of citizens - especially women and children, who form the backbone of our families and the hope of our future - is a monumental tragedy for Jigawa State and our entire nation.

My heart goes out to the grieving families who are enduring this unimaginable pain. I pray that the Almighty grants them the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss.

As we mourn, let us also address the systemic failures that contribute to these recurring disasters.

May the souls of the departed rest in eternal peace, and may God comfort all those affected by this profound tragedy. -PO

[👑S.A.L.A.K.O🕊 @UnkleAyo]

Happy birthday to my political leader.

No public office blemish, no corrupt cases, no shady pasts - walks the talk & has proven that there's an upright way to do politics.

You're the man we say you are & thrice the man you think you are.

Happy birthday H.E Peter Obi. 🎂 🎈

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I shall dedicate the end of the month to visiting one school or hospital as my modest way of commemorating my birthday. At each institution, I hope to make a modest contribution towards its work, however little, as a practical expression of my gratitude to God. Rather than a celebration centred on me, I desire a celebration that places humanity at the centre.

My prayer is that God will continue to give me the strength, wisdom, and humility to serve. At 65, I am more convinced than ever that the true measure of a life is not the wealth accumulated or the honours received, but the positive difference made in the lives of others.

May God continue to bless Nigeria and guide us towards becoming a united, inclusive and compassionate nation, where we love one another and work together to build the country we are capable of becoming. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Reflections on My 65th Birthday

Today, July 19, 2026, marks my 65th birthday. At sixty-five, birthdays should naturally become moments of deep reflection - moments to look back with gratitude to Almighty God for His abundant graces, examine the journey so far, and ask how the remaining years can be devoted more meaningfully to the service of God and humanity.

Perhaps in countries where basic human needs have largely been met, where institutions function effectively, and where citizens enjoy a greater measure of security and dignity, such attainments may rightly call for elaborate celebrations. In Nigeria, however, our reality compels a different kind of reflection.

Our nation is blessed with enormous human and natural resources, yet millions of our people continue to struggle with challenges that demand our collective attention. We cannot afford to celebrate ourselves excessively while many around us are burdened by poverty, ill health, unemployment, and limited opportunities. Rather, occasions such as this should remind us of our responsibility to contribute towards building a nation where future generations can genuinely celebrate.

This is why I have always seen birthdays not merely as occasions for personal celebration, but as opportunities for sober reflection, thanksgiving, and a renewed commitment to service.

As I reflected today, I came to a simple conclusion: the greatest celebration of life is not what we receive from others, but the lives we can touch positively.

This conviction has guided my approach throughout my years in business, in the corporate world, and as Governor of Anambra State. In each of these roles, I have tried to see every privilege not as a personal entitlement but as an opportunity to improve the lives of others.

Whenever people or institutions sought to celebrate me with expensive gifts or elaborate ceremonies, I encouraged them instead to redirect those resources towards projects that would have a lasting impact. Over the years, this philosophy has resulted in the building of schools, hostel blocks, support to schools, and other facilities that continue to benefit the less privileged. I have always believed that resources meant for personal comfort can often be transformed into instruments of hope for many.

The greatest honour anyone can receive is not found in gifts, ceremonies, or public admiration, but in knowing that one’s life has contributed, however modestly, to making another person’s life better.

Today, therefore, I give thanks to Almighty God for the gift of life and for bringing me to this important milestone of 65 years. I began the day with a Mass of Thanksgiving in Onitsha, thanking God for His grace, protection, guidance, and the countless blessings He has bestowed upon me over the years.

After the Mass, I proceeded to St. Raphael’s Hospital, Umueri, a small rural hospital in Anambra East Local Government Area. In furtherance of my belief that birthdays should be occasions for service rather than self-indulgence, I donated the sum of ₦10 million to support the hospital’s work of providing quality healthcare to the people.

As I was conducted around the hospital and saw patients in their moments of vulnerability, I was reminded again of our shared humanity. Some of those receiving care may not even have the financial means to settle their hospital bills, yet they deserve compassion, dignity, and access to quality healthcare. Their condition was a reminder that leadership, in its truest form, is about caring for people, especially those who cannot repay our kindness.

Hospitals and schools remain two of the greatest investments any society can make. A hospital preserves life; a school shapes the future. Supporting both is, therefore, not just an act of charity - it is an investment in humanity and in the future of our nation.

[Senator Dr Tony Nwoye @SenatorNwoye]

I join millions of Nigerians and well-wishers across the world in celebrating Our own Mr. Peter Obi, on the occasion of his birthday.
Mr. Obi is an ebullient,dynamic & inspirational leader whose exemplary lifestyle,humility & commitment to good governance continue to inspire

[Ada Ogbu @AdaOgbuNara]

Today, I joined His Excellency, @PeterObi, on condolence visits to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, the family of the late Rev. Dr. William Okoye, and Mr. Isaac Fayose. May God comfort every grieving family and grant the departed eternal rest.

[El Bandicoot @ElBandicoot1]

Pase lo que pase mañana, solo puedo decir:

GRACIAS

[Hon Henry Shield @HonShield]

You carry the hopes and dreams of a nation dying for help. You are the embodiment of the power of humility and honesty in politics.

I join your family, supporters and friends to celebrate you and what you represent for Africa.

Happy Birthday Okwute. May God hear your prayers over Nigeria. 🍾🎂🍷🍻

[Parallel Facts @ParallelFacts]

'No Drug Case, No Criminal Record, No Corruption Case, Known Date of Birth and Family, Nigerians Are Lucky to Have You,' Social Commentator Celebrates Peter Obi @ 65 https://t.co/2cNCrmmEyH

[Selección Argentina in English @AFASeleccionEN]

The big day is here… 𝐖𝐄’𝐑𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘! 🇦🇷🏆🇪🇸

[Peter Akah @Peter4Nigeria]

Ladies and Gentleman take a few seconds to say Happy Birthday to the People’s President 😍

The Leader’s Leader 😍

The Phenomenal PO ✌🏽

The Rock for a New Nigeria 🇳🇬

You are an inspiration for Generations and
We Love You OBIDIENTLY 😂😍✌🏽

#PO@65

[IGBO History & Facts @IgboHistoFacts]

Peter Obi is 65 today.

Peter Obi is a businessman and politician who served as the Governor of Anambra State from 2006 to 2014. Born 65 years ago today in Onitsha.

Retweet to wish him a happy birthday! ❤️

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Celebrating a Great Mind, Prof. Barth Nnaji, at 70 and Congratulating a Young Intellectual, Prof. Chimaeze Adi, on His Inspiring Inaugural Lecture

Today, in Enugu, I joined other Nigerians of goodwill in celebrating a great mind—an accomplished scientist, innovator, and one of the pioneers of the E-Design concept—Prof. Barth Nnaji, as he marked his 70th birthday.

The tributes paid to Prof. Nnaji by friends, associates, and admirers reflected the profound impact he has made in engineering, academia, public service, and the power sector.

The occasion also brought back fond memories of my interactions with Prof. Nnaji, especially during my tenure as Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum. We worked closely together on the ambitious initiative to assume greater responsibility for power in the South-East, driven by our shared conviction that reliable electricity remains one of the strongest foundations for economic growth, industrialisation, and job creation. His depth of knowledge, clarity of vision, and practical approach left a lasting impression on all of us.

May Prof. Nnaji’s light continue to shine ever more brightly.

From Enugu, I travelled to Lagos to attend the inspiring 23rd Inaugural Lecture, “The End of Development Economics,” delivered by one of our country’s promising young intellectuals, Prof. Alpheus Bongo Chimaeze Adi of Pan-Atlantic University. The lecture addressed many important issues relating to economics and development.

I first met Prof. Adi during my 2022 presidential campaign. Even then, he distinguished himself as one of our outstanding young intellectuals, demonstrating a profound understanding of economics and development issues.

It was a fitting celebration of two remarkable minds from different generations, whose lives have been defined by excellence, innovation, patriotism, and commitment to Nigeria’s development. -PO

[OneFootball @OneFootball]

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Roadmap to a New Nigeria That Is Possible – Part II

Education and Healthcare: The Foundation of a Renewed Nigeria

Recall that on July 1st, in Part 1 of "My Vision for a Productive and Prosperous Nigeria," I outlined the broad framework of my proposed roadmap for national renewal. In it, I emphasised that the transformation of Nigeria must begin with rebuilding our human capital through quality education and healthcare, supported by reforms in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), character and civic education, and strategic investments that will move our nation from a consumption-driven economy to a production-driven one. I promised to follow up with other parts in the coming weeks and months.

Today, July 16th, in the middle of July, I wish to expand on these two critical pillars - education and healthcare - because they are the bedrock upon which every prosperous nation is built. They are the cornerstones of the foundation that will ensure that a son of nobody can become somebody and remove many from the ranks of the disaffected who often become tools in the insecurity challenges confronting us.

Evidence from around the world shows that quality education and accessible healthcare are among the clearest distinctions between thriving nations and lagging ones. Princeton University Nobel Prize-winning economist Angus Deaton highlights this reality in his book, “The Great Escape: Health, Wealth, and the Origins of Inequality.”

Nothing, therefore, could be further from the truth than the claim by some young people that “education is a scam.” Education, when combined with good health, provides the ladder for individual upward mobility and drives economic growth for the nation.

We must become more intentional about aligning education with our national priorities, as Singapore did, and challenge our country to value education in the same way Deng Xiaoping repeatedly urged China to do from 1978 onwards, with the remarkable transformation we see today.

We will work through commissions that strengthen collaboration among the tiers of government, ensuring that primary education is domiciled at the community and local government levels, with strong parental involvement and curricula that are sensitive to local economic factor endowments and the value chains derived from them.

State governments will be supported to expand high-quality Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), as well as general secondary education, through targeted grants and incentives.

We are also developing schemes that will enable universities to focus more deliberately on specialised areas of teaching and research, making them globally competitive while producing a workforce equipped for the demands of the future.

A NEW Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Copa Mundial FIFA 🏆 @fifaworldcup_es]

Messi jugará su tercera final de la #CopaMundialFIFA ✨

[FIFA World Cup @FIFAWorldCup]

Argentina comeback in Atlanta 🫨

#FIFAWorldCup

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

The news of the abduction of a school principal, students, and a NECO official in Kogi State while the students were writing their examination is both heartbreaking and deeply troubling. That innocent children can no longer go to school, study, or sit for a national examination without the fear of criminal violence is a stark reminder of how far insecurity has eroded the sanctity of our educational institutions and the safety of our citizens. This is happening at a time when education is our most needed asset for development and growth.

Our schools must never become theatres of fear; they should symbolise hope and the promise of a better future, not terror and uncertainty.

I call on the relevant security agencies to act with urgency, deploy every available resource, and ensure the safe and unconditional rescue of all those abducted. At the same time, government at all levels must take deliberate steps to strengthen security around our schools and restore public confidence in our education system.

My thoughts and prayers are with the affected families, the school community, and the people of Kogi State. We cannot continue to normalise these recurring tragedies. A nation that cannot guarantee the safety of its children is mortgaging its future.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[FIFA World Cup @FIFAWorldCup]

🇦🇷 Argentina have qualified for the Final!

#FIFAWorldCup

[ESPN UK @ESPNUK]

LIONEL MESSI ASSISTS BOTH ARGENTINA GOALS TO SEND THEM TO THE FINAL 🐐

GOAT!!!