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Peter Obi Calls for Immediate Action on Nigeria’s Rising Poverty Crisis
Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has voiced serious concerns over the growing poverty crisis in Nigeria, describing it as an issue that requires immediate and purposeful action. In a post shared on X on May 6, 2025, Obi emphasized the importance of all levels of government prioritizing key development areas, particularly in sectors like health, education, and poverty alleviation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Obi referred to a recent report from the World Bank, which revealed a troubling rise in poverty, with over 75% of rural Nigerians living below the poverty line. He stated that this figure reflects a sharp worsening of the situation, as compared to the previous statistics from 2018/2019, when about 30.9% of Nigerians lived below the international extreme poverty threshold.
He pointed out that this alarming increase in poverty is the result of years of misplaced priorities. According to Obi, the government’s focus has often been on wasteful spending on non-developmental projects such as conference centers, official residences, and government vehicles, while critical sectors such as education and healthcare have been underfunded.
Obi urged for a national shift in priorities, calling for expanded access to quality education and healthcare, and strong support for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), which he believes are key to fostering job creation and lifting people out of poverty. He stressed that the time for change is now and that the government must focus on human capital development to create a sustainable future for the country.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State have restated their support for Senator Sunday Steve Karimi, who represents Kogi West in the Senate, while also calling for unity within the party ahead of future elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A heated political exchange has erupted within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential race, as camps backing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s rivals push back against his claims of superior popularity, especially in the North.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso rejected Atiku’s assertion that he remains the dominant northern vote-getter, insisting that such claims do not reflect today’s political realities.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement, aligned with a potential Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, dismissed Atiku’s influence in the North as largely elite-driven, arguing that Kwankwaso enjoys more genuine grassroots support.
Former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi also reacted, faulting Atiku’s position and questioning the logic of relying solely on regional identity as a basis for presidential ambition.
Atiku, in a recent interview, had maintained that none of his northern rivals, including Kwankwaso, can match his electoral strength, while downplaying Kwankwaso’s influence beyond Kano State.
His remarks sparked criticism across political circles, with some opposition figures describing them as arrogant and dismissive of other contenders.
Kwankwaso’s camp, however, maintained that both Kwankwaso and Obi have more “organic” support bases compared to politically induced followership, warning that such comments could deepen divisions within the ADC coalition.
Amaechi also argued that the ADC presidential ticket should be determined through a competitive primary rather than consensus, insisting that all aspirants should be tested at the ballot.
The growing disagreement highlights rising tension within the opposition alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections, as key figures intensify positioning for the party’s presidential ticket.
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