Obi: We’ll Tackle Corruption, Bring Back Fuel Subsidy

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to restore petroleum subsidy if elected in 2027, saying his administration would first tackle corruption associated with the system.

Obi made the pledge during a town hall meeting for the Obi/Kwankwaso presidential ticket in Sokoto State.
The former Anambra State governor identified corruption as one of Nigeria’s major problems and said an NDC administration would confront it across different sectors.

“People are talking about subsidy but what is all about it is corruption. By removing the corruption, I assure you that we will bring back subsidy.

“The problem of Nigeria is corruption, as such, if elected, we will stop all forms of corruption in every sector of the country,” he said.

Obi also urged Nigerians to support NDC candidates at all levels in the 2027 general elections, saying addressing the country’s challenges would require collective action.

He said the party would pursue what he described as a “politics of care and service to Nigerians.”
Speaking on his plans for the country, Obi said an NDC government would channel Nigeria’s resources towards improving security, education and other critical sectors.

“Education is our number one priority after unity and security,” he said.
He also pledged to develop rail links connecting state capitals as part of efforts to improve transportation, stimulate economic activities and support development across the country.

NDC vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, who also addressed the gathering, said the visit was aimed at engaging the people of Sokoto and seeking their support ahead of the election.

Kwankwaso said the delegation had earlier visited the Sultan of Sokoto, adding that the traditional ruler offered prayers and conveyed his goodwill to the ticket.

The former Kano State governor also raised concerns about insecurity, particularly banditry and kidnapping in the North-West, while promising that an NDC administration would work to address the situation.

“We are, therefore, committed to mitigating all these challenges and make Nigeria better,” he said.

The NDC governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Shamsudeen Haido, also pledged to provide good governance if elected in 2027.

The party’s state chairman, Bello Yabo, said the town hall meeting gave residents an opportunity to hear directly from Obi and Kwankwaso about their plans for the country.