Peter Obi Archives - Page 5 of 25

May

22

2025

BudgIT: Peter Obi on N70 trillion in budget fraud: “Nigeria is a scene of corruption.”

Business, Economy, Opinion, PoliticsEconomy, Metro, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics

Peter Obi, the standard bearer for the Labour Party in the 2023 election, has criticised Nigeria's unrelenting corruption. Obi claimed Nigeria is still rife with corruption in response to the massive N70 trillion budget scam that BudgIT discovered in the 2025 federal budget. “I have consistently maintained that for this country to make progress, Nigeria must cease to function as a crime scene and be repositioned for genuine development,” Obi said in a statement released by POMR spokesman Ibrahim Umar. “This entrenched corruption – persistent and deeply rooted – must be nipped in the bud if there is to be…

Jan

26

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

OBI BLASTS TINUBU’S GOVT: ‘More Yahoo People in Govt Than Outside’

News, Opinion, Politics2027, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics

Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has made a startling claim that there are more individuals with questionable character, referred to as "Yahoo people," within President Bola Tinubu's government than outside of it. Obi expressed his concerns while delivering a keynote address at Nexford University's fourth graduation ceremony. He emphasized that Nigeria has become a hub for corrupt activities, with both government officials and outsiders engaging in nefarious acts. Obi stressed that the country's problems stem from a lack of quality leadership, which has allowed corrupt officials to exploit the system. He argued that effective leadership is not…

Dec

11

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Celebrating Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s Reappointment as WTO Director-General – Peter Obi

Column, Economy, News, SponsoredEconomy, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Peter Obi, WTO

I am sincerely delighted at the reappointment of my very dear elder sister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation for a second term, effective from 1 September 2025. The very heartwarming news was just announced by the General Council of the organization. Iweala's admirable character, impressive resume, and litany of achievements in public office stand her out as a competent leader for such a noble organization. With her very visible contributions to our national development and the global community, she remains one of Nigeria's most valuable human capital exports to the world, a symbol of hard…

Nov

07

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

On Obi’s Assertion Of Converting Vigils To Night Shifts – Prof. Stewart

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNigeria, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics, Religion, Stewart Mba

As a Christian politician, Obi's suggestion to convert vigils to night shifts is thoughtless and disturbing. This statement is particularly surprising, as it's unlikely to come from a Muslim politician. Born and raised in a Christian environment, Obi should understand the importance of prayer in one's faith journey. The question remains whether Obi has intercessors praying for him tirelessly or if he simply doesn't believe in the power of persistent prayer. His statement undermines the significance of prayer, which is concerning. Instead, Obi should learn from Trump's approach to incorporating faith into his political aspirations. Muslim politicians have successfully done…

Sep

13

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Peter Obi Sets Conditions For Accepting Vice Presidential Role in 2027

News, Opinion, Politics2027, Nigeria, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and former Anambra State Governor, has revealed the condition under which he would accept a vice presidential role in the next election. In an interview with News Central, Obi expressed his willingness to collaborate with other politicians, including Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), but only if the focus is on improving the lives of citizens, not just winning elections. Obi emphasized that any collaboration must prioritize lifting people out of poverty and ensuring no child is left behind. He stated, "I'm ready to collaborate with anyone interested…