Nigerian opposition politician, former Governor of Anambra State, and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election.
What did Peter Obi actually say?
“Imagine 243,000 Nigerians struggling for a N66 per litre discount in each of the NNPC petrol stations.”[1]
Context. Criticising the government's 30-day petrol price discount of about N66 per litre at NNPC retail stations. Follow the source link for the full statement.
“Mismanagement of the proceeds should not be the reason for not removing it.”[2]
Context. Responding to Atiku Abubakar's proposal to restore the fuel subsidy; said savings from removal were mismanaged. Follow the source link for the full statement.
“It is with deep humility that I accept the role of presidential candidate for our party,”[3]
Context. Acceptance speech after NDC National Chairman Seriake Dickson presented him with the party flag. Follow the source link for the full statement.
“We now live in an environment that has become increasingly toxic”[4]
Context. Announcing his exit from the ADC, hours after the party released its primaries timetable and nomination fees. Follow the source link for the full statement.
“Nigeria is not poor, we are looted into poverty.”[5]
Context. Formally joining the African Democratic Congress opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 election. Follow the source link for the full statement.
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