The Digest:
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has returned to public activities after a brief health-related hiatus. His first engagement was a visit to Maison de Helen (MDH), a Lagos-based luxury fashion brand, highlighting his continued focus on promoting Nigerian entrepreneurship and small businesses.
Key Points:
- Obi paused scheduled events last weekend due to illness after an Enugu tourism event
- He received medical care and was advised to rest for two days
- Confirmed his return via social media, thanking well-wishers for their support
- Praised MDH as proof of Nigerian creativity and global potential
- Emphasized the critical role of SMEs in driving production-based economic growth
- Reiterated that investing in small businesses can reduce poverty and boost trade
- The visit aligns with his advocacy for shifting Nigeria from consumption to production
Sources: TheCable, Premium Times
