During a book launch event in Abuja, on Tuesday, in honour of Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party expressed concerns on Nigeria’s democracy. Obi, who graced the launch of the book titled OBI: The Political Change Agent, written by the respected journalist Ike Abonyi, said democracy in Nigeria must reflect the will of Nigerians ahead of the 2027 elections.
Obi released a public state in light of the book event, he said “Today, in Abuja, along with several other notable persons, I attended the presentation of the book titled OBI: The Political Change Agent, written by the respected journalist Ike Abonyi, former Group Political Editor of ThisDay Newspapers and the founding Deputy Managing Director of New Telegraph Newspaper.
“Ike Abonyi did a very good job chronicling not just a political journey, but a call for transformational leadership rooted in competence, capacity character, and compassion.
The event was also used to mark the rebirth of the Obidient Movement, an organic body formed by Nigerians who are delirious of creating a new Nigeria.
“The keynote speaker at the occasion, Prof Sam Amadi, who spoke on the inevitability of a new Nigeria, provoked thoughts on how and why a new Nigeria is inevitable.
“At the event, I reiterated what I have always stood for, that our votes must count and that democracy must reflect the will of the people, not the manipulation of a few.
“Nigeria is at a critical crossroads, and the need for sincere, accountable leadership has never been greater. The fight is not about personal ambition, it is about the future of our children, the integrity of our institutions, and the soul of our nation.
“We must continue to believe in a new Nigeria, one built on justice, equity, and service to the people.”
