The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has said Nigeria requires competent, accountable and compassionate leadership to unlock its vast human and natural resources and place the country on the path of sustainable development.
Obi stated this in a post on his official X handle on Tuesday after participating in a high-level roundtable discussion titled “Nigeria in 2027 and Beyond,” organised by the European Council on Foreign Relations at its office in Berlin, Germany.
He said discussions focused on Nigeria’s democratic journey beyond 2027, development cooperation, international affairs and strategies for strengthening bilateral partnerships to accelerate economic growth.
The former Governor of Anambra State expressed appreciation for what he described as the strong interest shown by participants in Nigeria’s future.
Obi reiterated that Nigeria has the resources to become a prosperous and globally competitive nation if it embraces good governance.
“During the discussions, I reiterated my unwavering belief that Nigeria possesses all the human and natural resources required to become a prosperous, secure, and globally competitive nation.
“What is required is competent, accountable, and compassionate leadership that prioritises investment in people, education, healthcare, productive enterprise, the rule of law, and strong institutions over politics of consumption,” he said.
He added, “Nigeria’s future is bright, but only if we make the deliberate choices that will move our country from consumption to production, from poverty to prosperity, and from division to unity.
“By embracing good governance, fiscal responsibility, and productive partnerships with the international community, we can build an economy that works for all Nigerians and restores our nation’s standing among the comity of nations.”
According to Obi, the event brought together policymakers, diplomats, development experts, business leaders, representatives of international organisations and members of the international media to discuss Nigeria’s future and its role in the global community.
Obi thanked the European Council on Foreign Relations for inviting him to the event and described such engagements as important for strengthening international cooperation and building enduring partnerships.
The PUNCH