2027: No Aversion To ‘Coalition’ But We Must Spell Out Plans, Policies-Peter Obi
Former governor of Anambra State, who was the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Mr. Peter Obi, has clarified and asserted that on his part, there is no aversion to the idea of forming a coalition ahead of the 2027 presidential election in order to oust the ruling party,
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that Mr Peter Obi, who made this clarification in an X.com post on Tuesday, however noted that he only wants the plans and what would be the policies well spelt out.
Recall that Mr Peter Obi had while talking to journalists at the two-day national conference on strengthening democracy in Nigeria, themed; ‘Strengthening Nigeria’s Democracy: Pathway to Good Governance and Political Integrity’ in Abuja on Monday said he would not support any coalition should power grabbing be the only motive.
He however said on Tuesday that his interview was misrepresented.
‘I have observed that my honest interview yesterday was misquoted by many media outlets, creating a false narrative that misrepresents my position. Let me set the record straight. I am not against coalition. In truth, I am for it, not for a power grab but to position Nigeria for greatness.
I have not and will never advocate for any coalition or alliance that does not prioritize the welfare and progress of the ordinary Nigerian.
Any discussion about governance must be centred on what it means for everyday Nigerians and how it will address critical issues such as access to quality healthcare and education and pulling people out of poverty.
Too often in our nation’s history, individuals and groups have come together solely for the purpose of taking power for power’s sake. Such endeavours, devoid of genuine purpose and vision, have only deepened our challenges, leaving the ordinary Nigerian to bear the brunt of bad governance. This is what I stand firmly against.
Leadership must be about service, not self-interest. As I have always maintained, the New Nigeria is possible.
But it requires us to change the way we think about power. It is not about grabbing it; it is about using it responsibly to transform lives and secure a brighter future for generations to come’ he wrote–Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
