Peter Obi addresses the nation ahead of polls; netizens congratulate him

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has taken to social media to address the nation ahead of the polls.

As the country is days away from electing a new president that will lead the nation for the next four years, Peter Obi has outlined some of his plans and agenda should he win the election.

According to him, he is not contesting for himself but for the many Nigerians who are afraid of what tomorrow holds for them and their children.

In his address, he stated that Nigeria is "bedeviled by the impunity of those few who have perfected the dubious act of State Capture".

He said that the time has come to reset and reboot Nigeria in all ramifications –leadership and governance, security of life and properties, economic and political freedom.

In his words;

"Fellow Nigerians, we are down to Crunch Time - 7 Days to the Main Day. Our strength is in our diversity. We need to reset and reboot Nigeria in all ramifications –leadership and governance, security of life and properties, economic and political freedom.

We must celebrate our Shared Values and Responsibilities. In this march to freedom, I have not come out for myself! I have come out for the millions of youths that are losing hope in our beloved country! Datti and I, wish to deliver a new Nigeria that is POssible!

I have come out for the millions of women who are afraid of tomorrow and what it holds for them and their children! I have come out for the poor who are asking whether it’s a sin to be a Nigerian! For them, I have come! For them, Datti has come!

Our message has been consistent. Nigeria is not bereft of the required human capital necessary for good leadership. Nigeria is also not bereft of good governance ideas and plans.

However, our country is bedeviled by the impunity of those few who have perfected the dubious act of State Capture. These national interest issues need to be addressed urgently. The process will start in earnest on 25th February.

Security will be a national imperative; WE will tweak the national security architecture, via holistic reform of the security sector and governance. We will restructure, reequip and reorient the Nigerian Police.

This will include 3 level policing- Federal, state and community. We will raise the population to police officer ratio to a higher level and ensure properly manned, equipped and technologically driven security system.

The change we seek to bring will be all encompassing. WE will bring back Patriotism and national Pride. Loyalty should be to God and Country. The Constitution and Rule of Law will have primacy. May God help Us all.

#PeterObi ????????"

Reacting to his post on Facebook, some Nigerians wrote;

Obikezie Victor: To whom God has chosen to crown, no amount of secret meetings can stop it.
Congratulations Sir

Osarodion Omobude: We believe that you are that agent of positive change and hope that God is going to use to rebuild our country Nigeria again. CONGRATULATIONS in advance our next president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria! We have our PVCs ready!

Lilian Samuel Okwuchi: Am no longer looking at 25th February because that one is a done deal, if humans with PVC refused to vote you, God will raise stone that will do the voting. My own is that May 29th is too far for swearing in ceremony, we really need you to start work. Can they do the swearing on 28th February? My suggestion

Pasi Akabe: I am born obedient from Cameroon I join millions of Nigerians youth to celebrate your coming in power as christ entering in Jerusalem. Before 2pm Saturday 25th there will be shooting stars in this great nation and the sky will be blue of God approval ushering you to aso rock his excellency #PO In Jesus Name.

Ahamed Abubakar: As a ward Chairman of Itobe/ Okokenyi, Ofu LGA of Kogi State we are giving you assurance Sir that we will deliver 70% of the total votes in the ward for Obi / Datti movement. We have done our homework. We pray to Almighty God for your success on 25/02/2023. Congratulations.

Alex Oghenetejiri: I have never wished or prayed so sincerely and fervently for any Political leader to emerge...
My heart pants every moment I think about this election.
Dear Lord, Pls May the expectations of the righteous not be cut short.
The hardship is too much.
May Peter Obi Win. Amen

Laniville Tebs II: I am. Cameroonians and I feel the wind of change coming across Africa because of Mr. Peter Obi. Father answered the prayers of our fellow Nigerians. If I could vote I would have voted too for him. He has come to change Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
We love you Peter Obi

Alo Oluseye David: May you succeed Excellency.
Nigeria desperately need a Leader like you. Our Women are suffering.
Things are so bad!!

Prince Dan Onuwa: You are the last HOPE I have for Nigeria, at least in this our generation! I pray you (WE) win, I pray. Good Luck Nigeria, good luck Nigerians, good luck! 2023 is here, “ours to plough not to plunder” It’s time to rebuild our country - ObiDatti is the answer. Nigeria, good luck!

Martins Onabe: The President has spoken, so be it by God's grace.. Sir I have my PVC and ready to vote.. God bless federal republic of Nigeria

Njoka Festus: I Have been following this presidential campaign in Nigeria ????????, though I’m a Cameroonian but I think Nigerians need to take their destiny in their own hands and vote Peter Obi. In him I see a great Nigeria ????????.

Rene N. Mabu: Dear Nigerians
If you make a mistake of not voting Peter Obi, we in Cameroon are ready to receive more refugees from the insecurity that may plague your country.
Ethnicity and religious inclinations shouldn't dictate your choices. Let competence do.

Dorafrans Dorafrans: My goodness! What a presidential post. This is the mark of leadership and service. This here, needs to be translated into every Nigerian language and dialect; broadcasting on radios, Televisions, town criers should repeat it. It should be heard at churches, mosques synagogs, any and every where two or more Nigerians are gathered together. The healing has begun already. Thank you, Sir!

Valen Tyn: May God hear the cries of the poor Nigerians, the frustrated youths and grant us this singular prayer: that after our efforts come Saturday, 25 February 2023, we sleep in high hope and wake up on Sunday, 26 February 2023 to the joy of your declaration as the President-elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

BS