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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

A President and the Endless Question of His Past

As a citizen of no other country, who has never sought foreign citizenship even when doing so became fashionable, my loyalty to Nigeria and my faith in her destiny remain unshaken.

Yesterday, 30th of August, being Sunday, I fervently prayed for our nation and for those entrusted with the solemn responsibility of leadership. I found myself deeply saddened by the direction in which our country is heading.

It is profoundly embarrassing that we have reached a point where a sitting President is asking a foreign court to withhold records concerning his past, particularly records relating to matters of legitimate public interest.

Leadership, in my humble view, demands the courage and humility to confront one’s history — to acknowledge mistakes, provide candid explanations where questions arise, and, where necessary, apologise and seek forgiveness. True authority is strengthened, not diminished, when a leader accepts responsibility rather than seeks to shield uncomfortable aspects of the past from legitimate scrutiny.

This becomes particularly important when questions concern educational credentials. Issues surrounding foundational schooling — primary and secondary — should not remain unresolved or be addressed primarily through legal proceedings. Nigerians deserve clear, credible, and verifiable explanations, especially when such had been submitted in the past.

My deepest concern is the example this sets for more than 200 million Nigerians, particularly the over 30 million young people in schools. The nation’s highest office should exemplify integrity, accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership.

An imperfect past is part of the human condition. What matters is the willingness to confront it with humility, honesty and deep apology, to make amends where necessary and, when circumstances so demand, to place the interests of the nation above personal ambition.

When will our political class fully appreciate that individual ambitions are temporary, while the nation endures? The Presidency is an office held for a season; the moral standards established by those who occupy it can influence generations.

Nigeria is greater than any one person, and the integrity of the Republic must always come before the interests of the individual.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

With a heavy heart, I join millions of Nigerians in mourning the passing of our revered Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi (may Allah have mercy on him).

Sheikh Dahiru was not only a towering Islamic scholar and a distinguished Hafiz of the Qur’an, but also a man of peace, and a father figure to many across our nation. His transition is a profound loss to Nigeria and to the entire Ummah.

On behalf of my family and the Obidient family, I extend my sincere condolences to his immediate family, the good people of Bauchi State, and the entire Tijjaniya movement.

May Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannah Firdaus, and grant all of us the fortitude to bear this very painful loss. -PO

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Congratulations, D’Tigress.

You gave an incredible semi-final performance. I watched with all smiles and so much pride as you came from behind in the third quarter to show true dominance and secure your place in the finals.

You have made Nigeria proud yet again, 10 years unbeaten is nothing but dominance.

As you prepare for the finals, we are all with you, cheering you to make history once again.

Go finish what you started, Nigeria stands with you. Bring the trophy home. -PO

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I got into Abuja late on Monday to participate in the funeral Mass of a distinguished and patriotic Nigerian who was a Senate President in the Second Republic, Senator Joseph Wayas.

I extended my sincere condolences to the family of the respected elder statesman. He served the nation at a crucial time when Nigeria's legislative efforts were truly dedicated to the people and focused on our country's growth.

His legacy as a defender of democracy will continue to guide and inspire generations to come.

May he rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in this time of grief. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I have just received the sad news of the passing of Justice Emmanuel Ogwuegbu, a former Supreme Court Justice whose legacy of truth, justice, and fairness is celebrated nationwide.

Justice Ogwuegbu's long records in the Judiciary, 11 years of which were in the Supreme Court, say a lot about his professional prowess.

Remarkably on display during his tenure was an unwavering commitment to justice, steadfast dedication to truth, and defense of the rule of law.

Justice Ogwuegbu's legacy is especially significant in a time when the judiciary, like our politics, faces unprecedented challenges, with justice often appearing transactional rather than the refuge of the common man. He was a beacon of integrity, ensuring fairness for all, irrespective of status.

As we mourn his passing, we take comfort in the enduring mark he left on our judiciary. His dedication to justice, fairness, and truth will remain a guiding light. I respectfully encourage those in the judiciary today to uphold the same standards of honor and integrity.

On behalf of my family and the Obidient family, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Ogwuegbu family and the entire legal community. May God grant them, and all of us, the strength to bear this loss, and may He grant Justice Ogwuegbu eternal peace. May God continue to protect and bless his family always. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Anniversary celebrations, whether for an individual or a country, offer opportunities to reflect on memories, celebrate accomplishments, look toward the future, and express gratitude.

This is exactly what we are doing today as our dear nation marks its 64th independence anniversary.

It is now 64 years since Nigeria took charge of its destiny and embarked on the journey toward development as a sovereign nation.

Today is a day to appreciate God for abundantly blessing us with natural, human, and material resources to build a great nation.

However, for me, this should also be a day of sober reflection for every Nigerian, especially for us, the leaders, whose actions and inactions have contributed to the stagnation and glaring failures we are witnessing at present.

As the saying goes, an unexamined life is not worth living. We must, therefore, examine ourselves in the light of our nation's journey over the past six decades.

Have we lifted our people out of poverty, or have we driven more into it? Have we made education accessible to every Nigerian child, or have we allowed an army of over 18 million out-of-school children to roam the streets? Have we built a productive economy, or have we created a nation with the worst debt profile in its history?

By every measure of development, from the critical areas to the smallest aspects, we are underperforming. We rank poorly in security and peacefulness, making us one of the most insecure nations globally.

We are also ranked among the most corrupt countries, and we are noted for our disregard for the rule of law.

Our nation continues its dangerous dance on the edge of a precipice.

When we compare ourselves to countries that gained independence around the same time—before or after us—Nigeria stands out as a nation in decline, urgently in need of rescue from further decay.

On this day, therefore, we must make a solemn commitment to build a nation that is truly independent from the state capture that has dragged it into failure and kept its people in suffering.

We must create a nation free from tribal disunity and religious disharmony.

We must build a New and Productive Nigeria that prioritizes the well-being of its citizens.

That is the independence we should celebrate as a nation whose greatness remains POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

What happened over the weekend in the name of election in Edo State does not in any way represent the democratic process we chose as a method of electing our political leadership.

Instead, it was a blatant example of 'state capture' and continued gross undermining of our democratic process and values.

Any nation whose leadership recruitment process is so fatally flawed is doomed, and we are all seeing the effect in our country.

I urge those in authority not to allow this situation to stand, or depend on it to remain in power.

As a country, we have invested significantly in IReV and BVAS, and they must be allowed to function and used properly in order to free our electoral process from the massive falsification that has plagued it and worsening.

To the agencies and individuals being used to undermine our democracy simply because they hold positions of authority, please remember that your time in office is not eternal. The society that you are helping to destroy today will eventually take her revenge on you tomorrow.

To the lecturers and others complicit in perpetuating this charade, you must reflect deeply on the roles you are playing in damaging the very foundation of our democracy.

The damage you are causing today will inevitably take revenge on you tomorrow and affect your children in the future.

This kind of action has no place in a true democracy. That is why I have always maintained that today’s politics is not about capturing power, but about saving the country and making it work for everyone, regardless of their background.

I remain committed to building a new and truly democratic Nigeria, which I insist is very POssible. -PO

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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Every Nigerian, irrespective of their state of origin or place of residence, deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Let us always remember that we are all Nigerians, united by a common destiny. And that it is our collective duty to uphold the values of unity, fairness,

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I find this action very distasteful because of the far-reaching effects it will have on our National cohesion and development. As a pan-Nigerian advocate, I vehemently oppose any form of discrimination, injustice, or violation of our citizens' rights.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I am deeply saddened and shocked by the recent reports of the deportation of citizens mostly of Osun State origin by Lagos State authorities. This is not merely a concern for Osun State but for all Nigerians who uphold the principles of unity, fairness, and justice.

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