Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to unite Nigeria, tackle insecurity and wage a decisive fight against corruption if elected president in the 2027 general election.
Speaking during a town hall meeting in Calabar, Cross River State, Obi said national unity would be central to his administration, arguing that a more united Nigeria would be better positioned to confront insecurity and other major challenges.
The former Anambra State governor also vowed to take a tougher approach to kidnapping and attacks on schoolchildren, saying security agencies under his administration would pursue kidnappers into their hideouts to rescue victims.
On corruption, Obi insisted that public funds must be used for the public good and pledged greater accountability, alongside increased attention to education, healthcare and citizens’ welfare.