Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has outlined his reasons for contesting the presidential election, saying his ambition is driven by a vision of building a “productive and prosperous Nigeria” and placing the country on the path of unity and national transformation.
Obi disclosed this in a statement released on Wednesday via his official X handle.
According to him, in the coming weeks and months, he would unveil a comprehensive roadmap aimed at curbing abuse in government, improving the quality of life of Nigerians, and fostering unity, peace, sustained progress, and prosperity.
The former Anambra governor stated that his vision is anchored on the principles of unity, inclusion, social justice, equity and the freedom of every Nigerian to pursue lawful aspirations.
The statement titled ‘My Vision for a productive and prosperous Nigeria’ read, “Today, being the 1st of July, 2026, I wish to humbly recall that when I decided to contest for the office of President of Nigeria, I pledged to place Nigeria on the path of unity and national transformation.
“Now, as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, I will, in the coming weeks and months, provide insights into the roadmap that I am confident will help curb abuse in government, halt the decline in the quality of life of Nigerians at all levels, and usher in an era of unity, peace, sustained progress, and prosperity.
“This vision is anchored on a commitment to unity, inclusion, social justice, equity, and the freedom of every citizen
