Obi Rallies Nigerians for 2027, Says ‘Don’t Give Up on Elections’

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians not to lose faith in the country's electoral process despite concerns arising from the 2023 general elections.

Obi made the appeal during a visit to Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) centres at Nise and Nri Civic Centres in Anambra State, where he encouraged eligible citizens to register ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He said the outcome of the 2023 elections should not discourage Nigerians from participating in future polls, stressing that voting remained the most effective democratic means of shaping the country's future.

According to him, obtaining a Permanent Voter Card (PVC) and exercising the right to vote are civic responsibilities that enable citizens to elect leaders capable of improving education, healthcare, employment and overall national development.

"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," Obi said.

The former Anambra State governor acknowledged that many Nigerians believed their votes did not count in previous elections but urged them not to become discouraged.

He maintained that citizens should remain committed to participating in the democratic process and doing what is right 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.

Commenting on his party's appeal against the recent Lokoja court judgment, Obi expressed confidence in the judicial process, saying he believed the courts would uphold justice.

"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 added.

Source: Sun

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