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Peter Obi Concludes US Tour, Reignites Hope for a New Nigeria
The Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has successfully wrapped up his three-day, three-city tour of the United States, concluding his North America Appreciation visits. The tour, which began on October 24, took him to Houston, Texas; Los Angeles, California; and Atlanta, Georgia, where he interacted with Nigerians in the Diaspora.
During his interactions, Obi emphasized the importance of good governance, defining it as "effective, efficient, following the rule of law, participatory, and consensus-oriented" ¹. He highlighted the crucial role Nigerians in the Diaspora play in nation-building, stressing that their remittances can be a significant source of foreign exchange for the country.
Obi's vision for Nigeria is built on merit, where individuals are lifted from poverty, regardless of their background. He envisions a Nigeria where institutions work, and every citizen has an equal opportunity to thrive. His commitment to building a new Nigeria, where merit and equal opportunities thrive, has reignited optimism for a brighter future.
The former Anambra State Governor, who was elected in 2006 and re-elected in 2010, has a track record of prudent governance ¹. His campaign focused on issues like economic growth, job creation, and security. Obi's message resonated with young Nigerians, who saw him as a beacon of hope for a better future.
Obi's US tour aimed to continue his engagement with Nigerians abroad and reinforce his commitment to leading the search for a new Nigeria. This leg of the tour followed his earlier visits to Toronto, Canada; Boston, MA; New York City, NY; West Orange, N; Cherry, N; Dallas, TX; Charlotte, NC; and Detroit, MI.
In an X handle post on Sunday, Obi expressed gratitude to the Nigerian diaspora in North America for their contributions to sustaining Nigeria. He encouraged everyone to hold on to the vision of a New Nigeria—a nation where institutions work; there will be the rule of law and a productive nation where every citizen has an equal opportunity to thrive.
As Peter Obi concludes his US tour, his message of hope and unity resonates with Nigerians at home and abroad. With his core message of prudence and accountability, Obi has managed to gain the backing of voters for his previously largely unknown Labour Party into a strong third force against two political heavyweights, APC and PDP .