Former Labour Party presidential candidate and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, Peter Obi, has stated that his political ambition is not driven by a personal desire to become president but by his commitment to fixing Nigeria’s growing challenges.
Obi made the remark during an interview on the Nevon HQ Podcast hosted by journalist and media personality Rufai Oseni, where he spoke about leadership, governance, and the future of the country.
According to the former Anambra State governor, his primary concern is creating a Nigeria that works for all citizens, especially young people struggling with unemployment, poverty, and a lack of opportunities.
“I am not desperate to be president of Nigeria. I am desperate to see Nigeria work,” Obi said.
The former presidential candidate lamented the worsening economic conditions in the country, noting that many Nigerians are finding it increasingly difficult to earn a living despite the nation’s abundant resources.
“I am desperate to see young people have a means of livelihood. I am desperate to see people stop stealing public money. I am desperate to see Nigeria work,” he added.
Obi also expressed concern over the growing number of Nigerians leaving the country in search of better opportunities abroad, saying the trend reflects the failure to harness Nigeria’s vast human and natural resource.
“Today, all over the world, Nigerians are running to Niger, Ghana, and everywhere because there are no opportunities in this country, despite the fact that God blessed Nigeria with everything,” he said.
Speaking on his vision for Nigeria, Obi said national unity would be at the heart of any transformation agenda under his leadership.
“I will start transformation by uniting this country, bringing it together to be a country everybody will be proud of,” he stated.
He further stressed the importance of social inclusion, poverty reduction, and strategic investments in critical sectors such as education, arguing that Nigeria’s problems can be solved through responsible leadership and proper management of resources.
According to Obi, countries around the world have overcome similar challenges through deliberate investment in human capital and development, insisting that Nigeria can achieve the same if the right policies are implemented.
Source: Nevon HQ Podcast (Interview with Rufai Oseni).
