Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity
I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are, as seen from their flagellated bodies. It is a painful reminder of the depth of insecurity in our land.
I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow. When I first began making that statement, some of these children were not even born. This is a classic example of how the abuse of governance and society today can produce devastating consequences long after the abusers are gone.
It is on the same line that I argue that the loans our leaders take today will hurt our children in the future, as many of them will mature for repayment and consequences long after we are gone.
To those holding these children, I make a direct appeal to your conscience. Remember that these are innocent children - sons and daughters of people who have placed their hopes, dreams, and entire future in them. In every one of them, you will find reflections of your own children, your own family, and your own humanity.
No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence. Whatever path has led to this moment, there is still room for remorse, for humanity, and for a change of heart.
I therefore appeal to your sense of mercy: release these children immediately. Let them go. Return them safely to society to reunite with their families. -PO
ACCEPTANCE SPEECH BY MR. PETER OBI FOLLOWING HIS NOMINATION AS THE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE OF THE NIGERIAN DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS(NDC) – MAY 30, 2026
Protocols,
Esteemed citizens of Nigeria,
It is with deep humility that I accept the role of presidential candidate for our party.
I express my profound gratitude to the leaders of our party. His Excellency Seriake Dickson, the National Chairman, National Secretary and the National Working Committee, NWC members and members of our relentless supporters, and the Nigerian populace who have steadfastly kept the spirit of hope alive. I commend those who have made the journey from every region of our nation to convene here in Abuja.
I wish to assert unequivocally: a New Nigeria is Possible. This conviction has united us; it must serve as our compass on the challenging road ahead and sustain us through all trials we may face. This pivotal moment transcends the individual ambitions of Peter Obi; it concerns the essence of our nation and the future of our children. It is about rekindling hope for millions who have faced adversity yet remain committed to Nigeria.
Today, our nation finds itself at a crucial juncture, enveloped in uncertainty. Families are anxious about their safety; parents are concerned for their children's futures; and talented youth increasingly question their prospects in their homeland.
Businesses are struggling, communities are suffering, and an alarming number of citizens have lost faith in the very concept of governance. Yet, I stand before you filled with optimism and strong faith in the resilience of our people, for I firmly believe that a New Nigeria is possible.
UNITY
To realise this New Nigeria, we must first mend the foundational elements essential for the success of any nation.
Nigeria cannot advance while fragmented by ethnic, religious, regional, or narrow political divides. We may communicate in different languages and practise diverse faiths, but we share a singular destiny under one flag. Our diversity should not be a source of division; rather, it is among our greatest strengths.
We should build bridges where others erect barriers, replace mistrust with confidence, division with understanding, and resentment with a collective purpose. A united Nigeria is indispensable. As Will Durant wisely pointed out, "A great civilisation is not conquered from without until it has destroyed itself from within." We must never self-destruct. We must heal, unify, and progress together.
INSECURITY
In terms of security, the situation in Nigeria has considerably worsened. The global terrorism impact assessments ranked Nigeria as the 8th most affected nation in 2022, 6th in 2024, and 4th in 2026.
Yet, for many years, Nigeria garnered global recognition as a reliable contributor to peacekeeping, regional stabilisation, and conflict resolution. Our troops have not only displayed bravery but have also shown professionalism, discipline, resilience, and empathy in the most challenging operational contexts. Our officers and personnel have successfully commanded multiple international forthe ces, safeguarded vulnerable civilian populations, monitored ceasefires, reinstated constitutional order, and contributed to rebuilding efforts.
Nigeria became one of the leading contributors of troops from Africa to UN peacekeeping missions and earned widespread admiration for operational effectiveness and leadership in various countries, including Rwanda, Sudan, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Mali, Western Sahara, Congo, Lebanon, Cambodia, Haiti, and Kuwait. At one pointin a Nigeria, Lt. General Isaac Obiakor (rtd) even led global peacekeeping initiatives.
We must address insecurity with resolve and urgency, for no nation can thrive while its citizens live in trepidation. The primary responsibility of the government is to ensure the safeguarding of lives and property.
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46 children are in terrorists den.
46 children are in terrorists den.
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46 children are in terrorists den.
46 children are in terrorists den.
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The Nigerian Government is doing nothing.
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ONE OF THE SADDEST THINGS I’VE REALIZED ABOUT PEOPLE IN THEIR 30s IN NIGERIA IS THIS…
A LOT OF WOMEN ARE QUIETLY STARVING FOR LOVE, COMPASSION, ATTENTION, AND EMOTIONAL SAFETY.
WHILE A LOT OF MEN ARE LOSING THEMSELVES CHASING MONEY, SURVIVAL, STATUS, WEALTH, AND INFLUENCE.
ONE PERSON WANTS TO BE HELD.
THE OTHER PERSON IS TRYING NOT TO DROWN.
AND THEN THEY GET MARRIED.
SHE THINKS HE DOESN’T LOVE HER.
HE THINKS SHE DOESN’T UNDERSTAND THE PRESSURE HE’S UNDER.
BOTH PEOPLE ARE ACTUALLY TIRED.
BOTH PEOPLE ARE ACTUALLY BLEEDING.
BUT LIFE HAS PUSHED MEN AND WOMEN INTO DIFFERENT EMOTIONAL BATTLES.
AND SOMETIMES… THAT SILENT MISUNDERSTANDING DESTROYS THE MARRIAGE.
I GOT MARRIED AT 26.
BECAME A FATHER AT 27.
AND THIS IS WHAT I HAVE COME TO UNDERSTAND ABOUT MARRIAGE AND THE PRESSURES SPOUSES FACE, ESPECIALLY IN THE REALITY OF LIVING IN NIGERIA.
A LOT OF MEN ARE FIGHTING SILENT WARS THEY DON’T EVEN KNOW HOW TO EXPLAIN.
AND A LOT OF WOMEN ARE BEGGING FOR EMOTIONAL PRESENCE FROM MEN WHO ARE ALREADY MENTALLY DROWNING.
AND SOMETIMES…
NO MATTER HOW MUCH MONEY FINALLY COMES.
NO MATTER THE WEALTH.
NO MATTER THE SUCCESS OR INFLUENCE.
THE DAMAGE THAT WAS DONE DURING THOSE YEARS OF EMOTIONAL STARVATION, PRESSURE, PAIN, AND SURVIVAL SOMETIMES NEVER FULLY HEALS AGAIN.
THAT IS THE PAINFUL PART.
BUT REGARDLESS…
IF I HAD TO DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN,
I WOULD STILL CHOOSE MY FAMILY.
OVER MONEY.
OVER STATUS.
OVER EVERYTHING.
NO REGRETS.
THIS IS NOT EVEN THEORY TO ME.
THIS IS PERSONAL EXPERIENCE.
MARRIAGE IS NOT JUST ABOUT LOVE.
SOMETIMES IT IS TWO EXHAUSTED PEOPLE TRYING TO SURVIVE LIFE WITHOUT LOSING EACH OTHER.
———BIGGEST DC———
My dear well-meaning Nigerians,
Our season has finally come.
The time we have waited for, prayed for, and worked for is here. Our principal, Peter Obi, is stepping onto the ballot once again in 2027, not as a politician chasing power, but as a servant ready to lead with the fear of God, compassion, integrity, and character. This is not just another election. This is Nigeria’s opportunity to rise.
Yes, the enemies of a greater Nigeria will throw everything at him. They will dig up old lies, manufacture new ones, and most predictably, they will try to divide us along religious and tribal lines. Do not be surprised. That is their only weapon. But we are wiser now.
Please, I beg you with all my heart: let us be smart. Do not follow them into the gutter. Do not trade insults. Do not allow their provocations to turn brother against brother or sister against sister. Instead, let us educate them with patience and truth. Let us speak about the urgent need for unity, the fight against injustice, the rebuilding of our country, and the total eradication of corruption that has held us hostage for too long.
Let us keep our eyes on the real issue: the bad governance of the Tinubu-APC administration. Let us calmly, relentlessly, and truthfully expose the massive corruption, the reckless spending, the unbearable cost of living, and the failure to secure lives and livelihoods. Share the facts online and offline. Speak to your family, your friends, your market women, your taxi drivers, your students, your pastors and imams. Let every Nigerian hear the truth in plain language.
Nigeria can be fixed.
Nigerians can be the best in the world.
We have the talent. We have the spirit. What we need now is competent leadership that unites us for prosperity.
Peter Obi’s unique style of governance is simple but revolutionary: lead by example, cut the cost of government, live modestly, and put the people first. He has done it before in Anambra. He will do it again for the entire nation. Under his leadership, we will not be divided by tribe or faith; we will be united by purpose, progress, and the shared dream of a Nigeria that works for every single citizen.
So ignore the distractions.
Face the government squarely.
Show the world why Peter Obi is the best choice for 2027 and beyond.
Let us rise together, not as Christians or Muslims, not as Igbos, Yorubas or Hausas, but as proud Nigerians who have chosen hope over despair, unity over division, and excellence over mediocrity.
The season has come.
Let us seize it with wisdom, with love, and with unshakeable focus.
Together, we will build the Nigeria of our dreams.
God bless you.
A New Nigeria is POssible ✅️