Obi Encourages Nigerians to Trust Electoral Process

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians not to lose faith in the country’s electoral process. He made this call on Thursday while visiting Continuous Voter Registration centres at Nise and Nri civic centres in Anambra State.

Mr Obi encouraged eligible residents to register ahead of the 2027 general elections. He said that the results of the 2023 elections should not stop anyone from participating in future elections. He emphasized that voting is the best way to help build a better country.

According to him, getting a Permanent Voter Card and voting are civic duties that will help Nigerians choose leaders who can improve education, healthcare, and jobs. “While I move around registration centres, I try to encourage those yet to register because it is their civic responsibility.

“That is the way we can collectively build a better country where government will care about the people’s education, health, and employment,” he stated. Mr Obi recognized that many Nigerians think their votes do not count in previous elections.

But he urged them not to lose hope. He insisted that citizens should stay committed to doing the right thing for the country’s future. “I urge all Nigerians who are of voting age and have not registered to go out and register to vote in the coming election.

“We cannot give up because it did not work yesterday. We only work for a better future by doing the right thing. I assure you that your votes will count this time around,” he said.

Speaking about his party’s appeal against the recent Lokoja court judgement, Mr Obi expressed confidence in the judiciary. “As per our appeal, I’m sure the judiciary will do the right thing. All we are interested in is to do our part,” he said.