The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians not to give up on their quest for a better country, assuring them that their efforts and sacrifices would produce the desired results.
Obi gave the assurance on Thursday at the party’s town hall meeting in Ikeja, Lagos State, where he presented some of his priorities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The former Governor of Anambra State also condemned the violence that occurred before the meeting, when suspected political thugs reportedly attacked NDC supporters at the venue.
Despite the incident, he said the party would take its campaign to every part of Lagos, while praising members and supporters for their conduct during the disruption.
He also appealed to Lagos residents to support the party’s governorship candidate, Funso Doherty, saying the State would experience better leadership under an NDC administration.
Outlining his plans for Nigeria, Obi said he and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, are determined to address the country’s security challenges and promote national unity.
“I and Rabiu Kwankwaso are committed to securing Nigeria,” he said.
On electricity, the former governor promised to raise power generation to 10,000 megawatts if elected, describing the target as achievable.
He also pledged to establish a functional primary healthcare facility in every ward across the country.
Peter Obi further promised to restructure the economy by reducing its dependence on consumption and placing greater emphasis on production.
On education, he said his administration would work towards bringing 30 per cent of out-of-school children back into classrooms.
“Basic education will be compulsory and free,” he added.