The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has outlined his priorities for Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections, identifying national unity, security, economic productivity and accountable leadership as key areas of focus.
Obi made the remarks on Tuesday, November 10, during a town hall meeting with supporters and residents in Jos, Plateau State, as part of his consultations ahead of the elections.
The former Anambra State governor said national unity would be central to his agenda, arguing that divisions along ethnic and religious lines were undermining the country’s progress.
He also identified insecurity as a major challenge, promising to strengthen the country’s security architecture and ensure that Nigerians could live and carry out their daily activities without fear.
On internally displaced persons, Obi said his proposed administration would work towards ensuring that those forced from their communities by violence could return home safely.
He described the continued displacement of Nigerians as a failure of government to adequately protect lives and property.
The NDC candidate also emphasised the need to improve economic productivity, expand opportunities for small businesses and invest in education and healthcare.
He expressed concern over poverty, infant mortality and the number of out-of-school children, arguing that greater investment in productive sectors and essential public services was necessary to improve living conditions.
Obi said his approach to governance would be based on listening to citizens and responding to their needs, adding that political leaders should understand the challenges facing communities before presenting solutions.
Before the town hall meeting, Obi paid a courtesy visit to the Plateau State Traditional Council in Jos, where he met with the Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Buba.
During the meeting, the traditional ruler urged politicians to conduct their activities peacefully and avoid actions capable of worsening existing security challenges in the state.
Obi’s visit to Plateau State forms part of his engagement with communities and stakeholders as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
