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We rise by lifting others

[Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, CGoF @ChidiOdinkalu]

On 13 March 2026, @SenGodswill announced the birth of a new political party on the floor of @NGRSenate. @iamHSDickson was in the chamber as was @COshiomhole. #TakeAListen.

[Dr Yunusa Tanko @YunusaTanko]

We Stand with HE Peter Obi

In all their efforts to stop HE PO from running for the office of President of Nigeria, his popularity keeps increasing. We have just received the Peter Obi 4 President Movement, led by Comrade Awal Abubakar Rafin Kuka, with structures in 19 states across the North.

A New Nigeria is POssible

[Revolutionary Youth! @torty_mercy]

If this is your position, say hi and retweet.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Fellow Nigerians, good morning.

I woke up this morning after my church service with a deeply reflective heart, and despite every constraint, I felt compelled to share these thoughts with you.

Many people do not truly understand the silent pains some of us carry daily—the private struggles, emotional burdens, and quiet battles we face while trying to survive and serve sincerely in difficult circumstances.

We now live in an environment that has become increasingly toxic, where the very system that should protect and create opportunities for decent living often works against the people—a society where intimidation, insecurity, endless scrutiny, and discouragement have become normal.

More painful is when some of those you associate with, believing you would find understanding and solidarity among them, become part of the pressure you face. Some who publicly identify with you privately distance themselves or join in unfair criticism.

We live in a society where humility is mistaken for weakness, respect is seen as a lack of courage, and compassion is treated as foolishness—a system where treating people equally is questioned simply because you refuse to worship status, tribe, class, or power.

Personally, I have never looked down on anyone except to uplift them. I have never used privilege, position, or resources to oppress others, intimidate the weak, or make people feel small. To me, leadership has always been about service, sacrifice, and helping others rise.

Let me state clearly: my decision to leave the ADC is not because our highly respected Chairman, Senator David Mark, treated me badly, nor because my leader and elder brother, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, or any other respected leaders did anything personally wrong to me. I will continue to respect them.

However, the same Nigerian state and its agents that created unnecessary crises and hostility within the Labour Party that forced me to leave now appear to be finding their way into the ADC, with endless court cases, internal battles, suspicion, and division, instead of focusing on deeper national problems and playing politics built more on control and exclusion than on service and nation-building.

Even within spaces where one labours sincerely, one is sometimes treated like an outsider in one’s own home. You and your team become easy targets for every failure, frustration, or misunderstanding, as though honest contribution has become a favour being tolerated rather than appreciated.

And when you choose to leave so that those you are leaving can have peace, and you step out into the cold, you are still maligned and your character is questioned. Despite all your efforts to continue working for a better Nigeria and engaging people with sincerity and goodwill, those who do not wish you well continue to attack your character and question your intentions.

There are moments I ask God in prayer: Why is doing the right thing often misconstrued as wrongdoing in our country? Why is integrity not valued? Why is the prudent management of resources, especially when invested in critical areas like education and healthcare, wrongly labelled as stinginess? Why are humility and obedience to the rule of law often taken to be weakness rather than discipline?

Let me assure all that I am not desperate to be President, Vice President, or Senate President. I am desperate to see a society that can console a mother whose child has been kidnapped or killed while going to school or work. I am desperate to see a Nigeria where people will not live in IDP camps but in their homes. I am desperate for a country where Nigerian citizens do not go to bed hungry, not knowing where their next meal will come from.

Yet, despite everything, I remain resolute. I firmly believe that Nigeria can still become a country with competent leadership based on justice, compassion, and equal opportunity for all.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Again we are showing the world, why we are “Now Disgraced Nation”

Today, in our beloved country Nigeria, harmless citizens performing their constitutionally guaranteed duties peacefully were tear-gassed simply for asking for what is right: free, fair, and credible elections in a democratic nation. Those who yesterday claimed to be champions of democracy, have today become destroyers of our democracy and the worst enemies of good governance.

I urge Nigerians, en masse, to resist these continued evil plans, to stand united against the destruction of our nation and collective future, and to ensure that free and fair elections are firmly established for the sake of our future.

We insist that there must be real-time mandatory electronic transmission of polling unit results to ensure transparency and trust in our elections.

May God grant us the strength to build a better country, founded on free, fair, and credible elections, justice, and good governance, for the future of our dear nation.

A New Nigeria is Possible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Our Votes Must Count

Unlike in the past, in 2027 our votes MUST count, and all those who are there not to count the votes will be counted among those destroying Nigeria. I encourage everyone to remain at the polling units after voting to count and witness the counting and transmission of results. Those who refuse to allow the votes count will be made to count the full weight of the law against rigging. Let me reiterate: if you do not count our votes, we will count you among those who destroy our democracy, thereby destroying our future, and you must answer to the law. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Security Checkpoints and the Traffic Gridlock Dilemma

Some may dismiss certain areas of my commentary as trivial, but I firmly assert that every detail has profound implications for our society; they significantly influence people's daily lives.

This festive season, I traversed several major roads across the country and encountered appalling levels of traffic congestion. At times, the gridlock was so extreme that travellers bound for distant destinations were forced to abandon their journeys, wasting hours trying to escape the chaos.

A closer inspection reveals that the primary contributor to this congestion is the ill-placed security checkpoints. Positioning these checkpoints at narrow points or near construction zones is nothing short of irresponsible, as it brings traffic to a complete standstill. Reports indicate that similar frustrations plague numerous roads nationwide.

While I respect and recognise the sacrifices made by our security agencies, they must adopt greater discretion and flexibility during peak travel times. People are returning to work, facing long distances, and contending with poor road conditions. These unnecessary delays leave drivers exhausted, raising the risk of accidents as they struggle to stay alert behind the wheel. There is absolutely no justification for subjecting travellers to such avoidable setbacks.

The purpose of security is to protect lives, not endanger them. Extended delays force those who set out early to find themselves on the road well after dark, putting them at even greater risk in a time marked by rising insecurity. This contradicts the very objective of establishing security checkpoints.

A more strategic approach is not just advisable—it’s essential. Checkpoints must be strategically located away from narrow roads and construction zones, inspections need to be expedited during heavy traffic, and agencies must coordinate effectively to eliminate unnecessary bottlenecks. This will not only improve traffic flow without compromising security but also ensure our roads are safer and more humane for all.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[IGBO History & Facts @IgboHistoFacts]

From the 2025 polls:

Peter Obi emerges Man of the Year
Alex Otti wins Eastern Governor of the Year
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is Woman of the Year

Let’s retweet to celebrate them! 🙏

[Oseloka H. Obaze (OHO) @OselokaHObaze]

The Seminal Moment!

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

My Dear Fellow Nigerians,

I respectfully invite you to join me this evening, Sunday, 28th December 2025, on an interactive X Space by 8pm tonight as we engage in a thoughtful conversation about our nation and the collective responsibility required to build a more just, productive, and united Nigeria.

Host: @obidientupdate
Co-Host: @torty_mercy
Co-Host: @tudobams

Your presence and participation will add great value to the conversation.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Dr Yunusa Tanko @YunusaTanko]

Dear Obidients,
Join us at 8pm today for an important live conversation with HE Peter Obi, the leader of the Obidient Movement, on X space tonight.

Host: @obidientupdate
Co-Host: @torty_mercy
Co-Host: @tudobams

Join in and don’t be left out.
A New Nigeria is POssible.

[PETER OBI LAST BORN @ikangbo_gabriel]

NIGERIA 🇳🇬 DESERVES TO BE SAFE AGAIN .

[Obidient Premier👑 🦅 @ObidientPremier]

Peter Obi is Coming!

We will marvel them again in 2027.

Obidients, Remain focused!

Something big is cooking again!

Peter Obi will shock them soon with a great announcement 📣

PDAPC one party plan will fail and they will be defeated in their own house!

[Oseloka H. Obaze (OHO) @OselokaHObaze]

RT if you concur!

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

O - Organized
B - broad-based
I - Inclusive
D - democratic
I - international
E - excellence-driven
N - Nigerians from every ethnic group.
T - Transparency in governance. -PO

[HYPREP @HYPREPNigeria]

The FG, through HYPREP, has begun the process of designating the Ogoni Wetland as a Ramsar Site, with National Ramsar Focal Point and FMEnv AD Labaran Ahmed noting that the effort will protect biodiversity, improve livelihoods, and draw global attention to the region. PC Prof.

[Piers Morgan Uncensored @PiersUncensored]

Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo tells Piers Morgan he's 'performed genocide burials more than 70 times' in Nigeria.

"Some of the graves are 501 people killed in one night."

Watch more 👇

📺 https://t.co/wOg7DE1mfs

@piersmorgan | @ezekieldachomo0

[Science girl @sciencegirl]

Leonardo da Vinci invented the self supporting bridge between 1485-1487

This is how it works