Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has written an emotional letter to his supporters, who are commonly referred to as “the Obidients.” In the letter, Obi acknowledged the suffering experienced by his supporters, including verbal abuse, physical attacks, loss of rights and privileges, and online harassment. The statement was published via a series of tweets on his verified Twitter handle on Monday.
Obi, who came in third place in the recent presidential election, urged the “Obidients” not to give up or be lured into unnecessary conflicts. He assured his team that they remain fully organized, focused, and committed to addressing the country’s problems. The former governor of Anambra State added that he and Baba-Ahmed would use all lawful and peaceful means allowed by the laws and constitution to reclaim their mandate to create a new Nigeri
Obi also acknowledged that even those who were once seen as civic leaders and the conscience of the nation had joined in attacking his supporters. He urged them to see the attacks as necessary sacrifices required to create a new Nigeri
In the letter, Obi stated that he and his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, were aware of the suffering experienced by his supporters, including verbal abuse, physical attacks, loss of rights and privileges, and online harassment. He added that they would use all lawful and peaceful means allowed by the laws and constitution to reclaim their mandate to create a new Nigeri
As the country faces numerous challenges, including flawed electoral processes, insecurity, weak institutions, multidimensional poverty, unemployment, inflation, lack of justice, fairness, equity, and opportunities, Obi prayed for God Almighty’s guidance, protection, and blessings for his supporters. He urged them to bear the attacks they face as necessary sacrifices required to create a New Nigeria, where justice, equity, fairness, love, and prosperity shall reig
Obi's letter comes after an alleged audio conversation between him and Bishop David Oyedepo of the Living Faith Church. However, Obi did not address the alleged audio conversation in the letter.n.a.a.a.
