Focus on governance, not politics Obi Advices politicians

By  Joshua Uti

Focus on governance, not politics Obi Advices politician

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian politicians to shift their focus from electoral politics to the real issues affecting citizens—development, poverty reduction, education, and healthcare.

Speaking on Friday at the Margaret Ekpo International Airport in Calabar after addressing students of Dentistry at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Obi emphasized the urgent need to prioritize the welfare of the people over political ambitions.

“We must stop talking about politics and start talking about development. Real development is measurable—in areas like education, health, and poverty eradication. That’s where our attention should be,” Obi stated.

He stressed that governance should be people-centered and focused on improving lives, rather than enriching political elites.

“Service is about the people. We can’t continue to live in a country where politicians spend millions on luxury cars while young Nigerians lack basic classroom furniture. It’s unacceptable. I was once in their shoes, which is why I’m committed to building a society where every child—regardless of background—has a chance to succeed.”

As part of his commitment to education and healthcare, Obi donated ₦20 million to the Dentistry Department of the University of Calabar for the purchase of five surgical dental chairs. He appealed to other well-meaning Nigerians to support the institution in acquiring 10 additional chairs to meet the department’s needs.

Addressing the students, Obi urged them to take their studies seriously, describing education as their most valuable tool in a competitive global landscape.

When asked about the 2027 elections, the former Anambra State governor declined to comment in detail, maintaining that his focus remains on national development.

“I don’t want to talk about politics now. 2027 is not my concern today. What matters is how the average Nigerian can feed, access healthcare, and receive quality education. When the time comes, we’ll talk about elections. And yes, I will contest—but for now, let’s fix the country