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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Yesterday in South Africa, after meeting with the ministers in the morning, I delivered a guest speech at the Spier Dialogue Event on “Policies for Growth in Africa” in Cape Town, where I reiterated that Africa has no reason to remain poor. Our continent is blessed with enormous natural and human resources. Africa holds huge mineral reserves, possesses over 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, and has the youngest population globally. These are not liabilities; they are strategic assets for economic transformation.

Yet, despite these enormous advantages, Africa continues to lag due to poor leadership, corruption, weak institutions, and the high cost of governance.

Africa must now look ahead and move forward with decisive action. We must shift our focus from politics and endless election cycles to productivity, development, and nation-building. The future of Africa lies in investing aggressively in Human Development Index (HDI) indicators, especially education, healthcare, and lifting people out of poverty.

Today, many African countries still record low life expectancy, high infant mortality, widespread unemployment, and growing poverty levels. Small and medium-scale businesses, which should be the engine of growth, are collapsing under harsh economic conditions, poor infrastructure, and policy inconsistency.

What Africa needs is competent leadership with the capacity, compassion, and commitment to prioritise production over consumption, and development over politics. If we invest in our people, strengthen institutions, reduce the cost of governance, combat corruption, and create an environment where businesses can thrive, we can build a more productive, secure, democratic, and prosperous Africa that works for all its people.

A New Africa is Possible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

After speaking with Nigerians in Cape Town yesterday, I was able to have meaningful discussions this morning with three South African ministers and political party leaders regarding the ongoing challenges related to immigration, regional collaboration, and fostering peaceful coexistence between our nations.

I had the pleasure of meeting with Mr Leon Schreiber, the South African Minister of Home Affairs and a prominent figure in the Democratic Alliance; Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP); and Mr Gayton McKenzie, the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture and leader of the Patriotic Alliance (PA).

Our conversations were productive and candid, focusing on the current challenges that affect both countries—particularly those related to migration, economic strains, youth unemployment, security issues, and the rising tensions faced by African foreigners in South Africa.

I firmly believe that Nigeria and South Africa, both prominent African nations, must enhance dialogue, bolster cooperation, and seek solutions based on justice, mutual respect, and adherence to the rule of law. In challenging times, leaders and citizens alike need to demonstrate responsible leadership, compassion, and restraint.

We collectively stressed the importance of law-abiding behaviour, avoiding violence, resisting hate or provocation, and allowing lawful institutions to address grievances through democratic and constitutional processes, regardless of the challenges we face.

The progress of Africa hinges on our ability to create unity, foster economic inclusivity, invest in our communities, and uphold the dignity of every African, no matter where they live. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

State visits by Leaders are not tourism, and diplomacy is not a fashion parade. Every foreign trip undertaken by a government must deliver measurable benefits to the people, including investments, technology transfer, trade agreements, factory expansion, industrial partnerships, and job creation.

During President Trump’s recent visit to China, the American delegation reportedly included a few top government officials, and many of the biggest figures in global business and technology:
Consequently, huge trade deals worth several billion dollars including about 200 Boeing orders were achieved.
The list of the entourage included

1. Donald J. Trump – President of the United States
2. Marco Rubio – Secretary of State
3. Pete Hegseth – Secretary of Defence
4. Elon Musk – CEO, Tesla & SpaceX
5. Jensen Huang – CEO, Nvidia
6. Tim Cook – CEO, Apple
7. Larry Fink – CEO, BlackRock
8. Stephen Schwarzman – CEO, Blackstone
9. Kelly Ortberg – CEO, Boeing
10. Brian Sikes – CEO, Cargill
11. Jane Fraser – CEO, Citigroup
12. Larry Culp – CEO, General Electric
13. David Solomon – CEO, Goldman Sachs
14. Sanjay Mehrotra – CEO, Micron Technology
15.Cristiano Amon – CEO, Qualcomm
16. Dina P. McCormick – President of Meta
17. Ryan McInerney – CEO, Visa
18. Michael Miebach – President, Mastercard
19. Jim Anderson – CEO, Coherent
20. Jacob Thaysen – CEO, Illumina

That is how serious nations approach diplomacy, by aligning foreign policy with economic expansion, industrial growth, innovation, and national productivity.

I hope that lessons can be learned from these recent visits comparing them with the President of Nigeria’s recent state visit to the United Kingdom.

A large entourage of politicians, aides, and government officials travelled, yet Nigerians are still asking a simple question: what exactly did Nigeria bring home?

Which factories are coming to Nigeria?
What power, technology, manufacturing, agricultural, or industrial agreements were secured?
How many direct jobs will this visit create for Nigerian youths?
What investments were attracted?
What measurable economic outcomes can the ordinary Nigerian point to?
The delegation reportedly included:
1. President Bola Tinubu
2. Senator (Mrs) Tinubu
3.12 governors
4.9 ministers
5.7 members of the National Assembly
6. Over 20 senior State House staff
7. Over 30 security personnel
8. Over 10 domestic staff
9. Several supporters and associates

It is not enough to ride horses, wear matching uniforms, attend royal banquets, and release glossy photographs. Symbolism without substance cannot feed hungry citizens.

Today, Nigeria is in decline, battling serious insecurity, food insecurity, unemployment, a weakened naira, declining industrial productivity, and worsening poverty.
At a time when millions of Nigerians struggle daily to afford food and survive economic hardship, every kobo spent on foreign trips must produce tangible national value: investments, factories, jobs, exports, infrastructure, and economic opportunities.

Nigeria needs leadership that is focused less on optics and more on productivity; less on ceremony and more on measurable economic results.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Where we are, national unity is no longer optional; it is a national necessity. We must rise above ethnicity, religion, region, and political divisions to recover the soul of our nation.

With unity and effective leadership, Nigeria can become a productive and prosperous nation once again. We must deliberately support agriculture and manufacturing so they become the highest contributors to our Gross Domestic Product. Special strategic attention must be given to unlocking the enormous agricultural potential of Northern Nigeria and connecting it to industrial production across the federation. We must move decisively from a nation of consumption to a nation of production.
We can no longer afford policies that foreclose our youth.

With competent, compassionate and transformative leadership, we can defeat insecurity, reduce corruption, create jobs, tame inflation, improve education, and restore hope to millions of Nigerians. Our youths must no longer be viewed as problems to manage, but as assets to empower. Our women must no longer be neglected, but included as equal partners in nation-building.

I remain convinced that a new Nigeria is possible, a Nigeria that is united, secure, productive, inclusive, and governed by justice and fairness. Let us therefore move forward with courage, with unity, and with our collective resolve. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Health, Education, and pulling people out of poverty remain the three most important measures of development of any nation. That is why my support for these critical areas continues to remain a priority.

Today, Friday 9th May, I visited a healthcare facility established and managed by the Church of Nigeria, the Anglican Diocese of Kubwa. After inspecting the facility, I thanked the proprietor and his team for the good work they are doing in helping to ease the burden of our struggling healthcare system, especially for maintaining such a neat and conducive environment for patients.

In support of their efforts, I made a token donation of 10 million naira. I encouraged them to remain committed to their service to humanity and also assured them of my continued support for the hospital, healthcare workers, and the healthcare system in general.

A New Nigeria is POssible.- PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Education: Rising Above a Broken System.

On Tuesday, January 13th, I visited Francis Cardinal Arinze Secondary School in Nkwelle Ezunaka and had the opportunity to interact with the students about the vital role of education in today's development.

I emphasised that the world is changing, and future progress will no longer be driven by physical assets such as land, buildings, or material possessions, but rather by ideas, knowledge, creativity, and skills. Those who control knowledge are the ones who succeed. Nations that recognise this will be the ones that thrive.

This is why I will always support education in every way I can. As a practical demonstration of that commitment, I presented ₦10 million to help develop their school. Education is not an expense; it is the best investment any society can make in its future and its people.

With education, a new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Building a Healthier Nigeria

Today, I continued my healthcare uplifting charity with a visit to the College of Nursing Sciences at St. Charles Borromeo Hospital, Onitsha, where I donated ₦15 million to support the training of nurses. Investing in education and healthcare remains central to sustainable national development.

I reiterated to the students and staff the critical role of nurses as the backbone of any functional healthcare system and urged the students to pursue their studies with discipline, excellence, and a spirit of service, despite prevailing challenges.

I shared an experience today from a Lagos–Asaba flight, where a young girl had a medical emergency on board, which was calmly handled by a health professional, underscoring the life-saving value of well-trained health professionals.

I also noted the contrast between Indonesia’s over 95% health insurance coverage and Nigeria’s estimated 5%, stressing the need for deliberate investment in healthcare at all levels.

I assured the institution of my continued support and called on well-meaning Nigerians to assist healthcare institutions and educational institutions for a better Nigeria.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Strengthening Nigeria Through Education: A Day at Tansian University

Yesterday, Thursday, 13th November, I visited Tansian University, where I was warmly received by the management, staff, and students. I appreciate Prof. Bonaventure Anaeto, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, for his kind words and for acknowledging my previous commitments to the institution, my previous donations especially the one of March this year 2025, and yesterday’s donation of 10 million Naira.

I was pleased to learn that the School of Nursing, which we helped the university establish, is now an official examination centre of the Nursing Council. I also noted their further requests to enhance the students’ academic and spiritual formation. I assured him that I will continue to assist.

I reminded the students that nations are built on critical thinking, civic responsibility, and deliberate investment in human capital, especially when such investment lifts people out of poverty. Referring to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remark calling Nigeria “disgraced,” I urged them not to join those who diminish our country but to remain committed to its progress by questioning what the government is doing—and failing to do.

I emphasised that leadership is about investing in people, I shared a testimony from a friend in London whose medical care came from nurses trained in schools we supported in Anambra. That is the impact I want to hear—not stories of citizens being paid to vote during electioneering, thus mortgaging their future.

I concluded by reminding them that Nigeria is not “disgraced” because others say so; we disgrace ourselves when we fail to invest in the next generation.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Yesterday, Friday, 7th November, I travelled to Enugu as part of my ongoing commitment to investing in education and healthcare — two critical pillars for lifting our people out of poverty and building a stronger, more productive nation.

I visited the construction site of the Annunciation Hospital College of Nursing Sciences in Emene, Enugu State — an institution founded by the Daughters of Divine Love Congregation. During my visit, I expressed my gratitude to them for their compassion and dedication, and encouraged them to remain steadfast in their mission of providing better healthcare by raising competent and compassionate professionals who will contribute meaningfully to society.

I made an additional donation of ₦20 million, bringing my total contribution towards the construction and equipping of the institution to ₦120 million.

We cannot build a truly prosperous nation without prioritising these critical areas of development. The journey to a New Nigeria must be anchored on education, healthcare, and poverty eradication.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Better Leadership for a Better Nigeria

After the burial of Dr. Christopher Kolade in Lagos, I travelled to Abuja to participate in the concluding part of the Oxford Global Think Tank Leadership Conference, held at Transcorp Hilton and organised by Mrs. Arunma Oteh, with the theme “Better Leadership for a Better Nigeria.”

The conference brought together an inspiring collection of thought leaders and reform-minded Nigerians, including His Highness Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, Atedo Peterside, Governor Alex Otti, ministers, and other distinguished panellists who shared invaluable insights on governance, ethics, and leadership.

Although I joined during the concluding session, the discussions were deeply engaging. The focus of the conversations revolved around one key idea: that for Nigeria to truly rise, we need leaders who embody compassion, competence, capacity, and courage.

One of the highlights of the conversation was the reminder that a true leader must be a peacemaker — one who builds bridges rather than walls, and whose leadership unites people in the pursuit of collective progress. As Mandela rightly said, “The oppressor is a prisoner of hatred; to liberate ourselves, we must liberate the oppressor.”

This strongly resonates with my long-held belief that Nigeria’s greatest challenge is not the absence of resources, but the absence of leadership grounded in unity and genuine empathy.

I left the conference even more inspired and reassured that with sustained dialogue, selfless leadership, and national unity, Nigeria can and will emerge stronger.

We must continue to work for a unified Nigeria — one where leadership reflects the values of equity and compassion, and where every citizen, regardless of background, feels seen, valued, and included in the progress of our dear nation.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Empowering the Girl Child: Securing Our Common Future

Today, as the world marks the International Day of the Girl Child, we are reminded of the immense potential that lies within every girl when she is given the right opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.

Sadly, in Nigeria today, more than 29 million children remain out of school, and the majority of them are girls. This grim reality confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: we are failing to safeguard the dreams and future of our daughters. A society that neglects its girls undermines its own progress and weakens the foundations of its future.

The empowerment of girls and women is the smartest investment any country can make. An educated girl becomes a pillar of stability in her family, a force for development in her community, and a beacon of hope for the nation.

We must, therefore, commit ourselves to deliberate action—bringing every girl back to school, protecting her from abuse and domestic violence, and ensuring that she has access to education, healthcare, and dignity. The strength of our nation will be measured by how well we nurture the dreams of our girls and give them the tools to achieve them.

When we educate a girl, we elevate a family; when we empower a girl, we transform a nation.

Let us, on this day, renew our resolve to build a Nigeria where every girl can dream freely, learn confidently, and contribute meaningfully to our shared destiny.

Happy International Day of the Girl Child. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

I read with deep concern that our pensioners, men and women who gave the most productive years of their lives in service to our country, have been pushed to contemplate a nationwide protest over unpaid arrears.

Just last month, Mr. President announced that Nigeria had reached its revenue target. If that is true, then the moral question is simple: why are our senior citizens, who worked, served, and sacrificed, still owed their rightful pensions and gratuities? Revenue growth should first reflect in the lives of the people, especially those in difficult times.

The excess revenue we celebrate today must not remain on paper. It must be directed to settle our obligations to pensioners, to restore their dignity, and to assure the working population that Nigeria values their labour and service. Anything less is unjust and unacceptable.
Good Leadership and compassion are inseparable.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Do Not Sell Your Vote, Do Not Sell Your Future

Yesterday, I joined thousands of young people at the National Youth Rally marking the 40th Anniversary of the Catholic Youth Organisation of Nigeria (CYON), hosted by the Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Awka.

I reminded our youths that the task of nation-building rests on their shoulders. To build a better Nigeria, we must choose leaders with competence, capacity, compassion, and character. Ours is a richly blessed nation, yet we remain trapped in hunger, insecurity, and poor governance. Becoming President is not the disaster—the true disaster is when leaders lack the courage and integrity to make Nigeria work. We cannot continue on a path where leaders trade in lies while citizens go hungry.

I urge every young Nigerian, especially those just turning 18, to register and vote. Your voter’s card is your most powerful weapon against bad leadership. Do not sell your vote—for once you do, you have also sold your healthcare, your education, and your future. God has blessed Nigeria, but He will not descend to elect leaders for us. That responsibility is ours.

I thank Rev. Fr. Paschal Udo, the other priests present, the leadership of CYON, and above all our resilient youths for their commitment. Nigerian youths are no longer content with complaints—they are ready for action. Together, in honesty and determination, we will build the New Nigeria.

A New Nigeria is POssible. —PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

PVC is the bridge to a New Nigeria. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Prayer remains the bridge connecting human beings with their creator. The grace and mercy we constantly seek from our God will not be easy to come to us without prayer.

Today, I had the honour of attending the 15th Anniversary Conference of 'When Women Pray' in Abuja. These outstanding women have, over the years, become a symbol of faith, resilience, and blessings, showing the world, the unwavering strength of women.

Women remain the backbone of our families and society, nurturing, praying, building, and holding our nation together, even in the most difficult times.

As I joined them in thanksgiving and reflection today, I was reminded of the critical role women continue to play in shaping a better future. Their prayers, strength and sacrifices inspire us to keep striving for a Nigeria built on peace, unity, and justice.

I celebrate 'When Women Pray' for 15 years of blessing lives, and I encourage all of us to keep supporting our women, because when women rise, a nation is lifted. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

The True Cost of Selling and Buying Votes

Vote-buying is one of the greatest dangers confronting our democracy. It is never an act of kindness; it is a calculated investment in corruption. Those who buy votes do so with only one intention—to gain access to public funds. By bribing voters today, they are purchasing a licence to plunder tomorrow. And when they get into office, the money meant for schools, hospitals, roads, and jobs is diverted into private pockets. Such people are not leaders—they are looters. Their actions rob our society of dignity, development, and even life itself.

But those who sell their votes are not innocent either. When you exchange your ballot for money or material gain, you are not just selling a vote—you are selling your future. You are selling away the schools your children should attend, the hospitals that should save lives, and the jobs that should lift families out of poverty. In truth, you mortgage your tomorrow for a token that can not sustain you today.

The reality is simple: looters can only loot when we hand them the key. If your vote had no value, nobody would be desperate to buy it. The fact that millions are spent on vote-buying shows that your ballot is priceless. The real power does not lie in their money. It lies in your conscience, your courage, and your vote.

The choice is ours. We either keep selling our votes and remain trapped in poverty and bad governance, or we rise above temporary gain and reclaim the future of our nation. Every Nigerian must take responsibility. Let us reject the politics of bribery and embrace the politics of service. Let us elect leaders who will build, not loot.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

A Cry for Justice Against Barbarism in Anambra

I just read from “https://t.co/kmhkOKgv6w” with deep concern about the inhumane treatment meted out to a young lady in Anambra State. As an Anambrian myself, I feel not only ashamed but also deeply heartbroken that such cruelty could happen in 2025, in a society that ought to have advanced beyond such barbarous acts.

I strongly condemn this act of primitive wickedness and savagery. No society should ever tolerate the abuse, humiliation, and dehumanization of its citizens, least of all the vulnerable and women. What happened is not only a violation of law and morality, but also a direct assault on our collective humanity. That young girl could have been anyone’s daughter, sister, or even mine.

We must awaken our conscience and work collectively to build a society where justice is swift, compassion is active, and the dignity of every human being - especially the young and vulnerable - is inviolable. To do anything less is to endanger the very fabric of civilisation.

I call on the relevant authorities to ensure that those responsible are not only apprehended and prosecuted, but also made examples to deter future acts of savagery. More than that, let this tragedy compel us to institute stronger safeguards, policies, and communal values that protect the weak and restrain the powerful.

Our humanity must always come first. Without it, we are nothing but a people adrift in cruelty. -PO