The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to transform Northern Nigeria if elected president, saying he understands the region’s challenges and has the capacity to address them.
Obi made the pledge while featuring on Sunday Politics, a programme on Channels Television.
The former Anambra State governor said he possesses a clear understanding of the issues affecting the North and is committed to working with the people of the region to promote unity, security and economic prosperity.
“I will change the North. I have an idea of what is happening in the North, and nobody can drive that process in Nigeria better than me,” Obi said.
He stressed the need for national unity, saying Nigerians must look beyond past divisions and focus on building a better future.
“I will work with them and ensure the unity, security and prosperity they desire are achieved. As I said, a new Nigeria is possible. At any particular point in time, know that you cannot be trapped in the process of yesterday. Those who are trapped in the process of yesterday must see the future.
“There must be a time to know that we are the same. We must come together. Yes, we are listening, but we must not be trapped in it. They must not deprive us of tomorrow,” he added.
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