Obi To Nigerians: Don’t Politicize My Trip To Vatican City, Attach Importance To Pope’s Message
Former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi has urged Nigerians not to politicize his recent trip to Vatican City while emphasizing the need to attach importance to Pope’s message.
Recall that world leaders and prominent figures in the country including President Bola Tinubu, Mr Peter Obi and Dr Kayode Fayemi were at the Vatican City for Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration as Pontiff during the weekend.
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that Obi in an X.com post on Monday, described the trip as deeply reflective and not in any way political.
‘I have just returned from the Vatican, and it was a deeply solemn and reflective visit. My participation in the inauguration ceremony was in line with my previous witnessing of inaugurations, swearing-ins, and official ceremonies across the world — this was no exception.
Such occasions carry profound moral and spiritual significance. This was never a political event and should remain untouched by politics. Some moments are best reserved for quiet contemplation.
What should truly command our attention, however, is the content and moral force contained in the Pope’s homily’ he said.
Mr Peter Obi, who was the LP presidential candidate in the 2023 presidential election, also gave reasons why it is important to focus on the contents of the Pope’s message given that it touched on important aspects of life.
‘The fight against corruption is the essential first step toward building societies where resources are directed to what truly matters — education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure. These should be our major concern and the lasting message we carry home from the Vatican’ he submitted while urging Nigerians in positions of authority to commit to building a more just, compassionate, and prosperous nation-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
