The Digest:
The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has endorsed Peter Obi’s integrity, asserting that his commitment to serving a single term if elected in 2027 is genuine. The MBF’s trust in Obi stems from his past track record of honour and credibility, with a strong emphasis on his consistent principles.
Key Points:
- The MBF’s National President, Dr. Bitrus Pogu, expressed confidence in Obi’s promise to serve one term if elected in 2027.
- Pogu emphasised Obi's integrity, stating that the Middle Belt believes in his ability to keep his word.
- The Middle Belt Forum rejects the notion that Obi’s promise is a political manoeuvre to gain support.
- Obi’s Obidient Movement is gaining momentum, with significant gatherings in Ibadan ahead of the 2027 elections.
- At the Ibadan conference, renowned linguist Prof. Francis Egbokhare critiqued Nigeria's governance and called for restructuring the national mindset for political success.
- Dr. Tanko Yunusa, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, reaffirmed that Obi remains committed to the Labour Party and his one-term pledge.
- Obi's leadership is seen as a chance to set the tone for a new Nigeria, with a focus on essential human development and restoring hope.
With growing momentum in the Obidient Movement and unwavering support from the Middle Belt, Peter Obi’s promise of a one-term presidency resonates with voters eager for genuine change. His emphasis on integrity and national transformation offers hope for the future of Nigeria.
Sources: Vanguard, The Punch, Daily Trust
