Nigeria’s former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has openly declared his support for the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, in the 2023 election.
Obasanjo in a letter written and dated January 1st, 2023, made available to newsmen, titled “My Appeal To All Nigerians, Particularly Young Nigerians”, said Obi has an edge above other presidential candidates in terms of character; antecedents; understanding, knowledge among others.
He said, “None of the contestants is a saint, but when one compares their character, antecedent, their understanding, knowledge, discipline, and vitality that they can bring to bear and the great efforts required to stay focused on the job particularly looking at where the country is today and with the experience on the job that I had, Peter Obi as a mentee has an edge.
“Others like all of us have what they can collectively contribute to the new dispensation to liberation, restoration, and salvaging of Nigeria. One other important point to make about Peter is that he is a needle with thread attached to it from North and South and he may not get lost.
“In other words, he has people who can pull his ears, if and when necessary. He has a young and able running mate with a clean track record of achievement both in public and private life.”