The Peter Obi Media Office has formally introduced the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Gregory Obi, as the “Candidate of Conscience” as the 2027 presidential campaign season begins.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the office’s spokesman, Idris Zekeri Jnr, the campaign period was described as a crucial 150-day window during which Nigerians would assess the candidates seeking to lead the country.
The statement said Obi’s campaign would centre on issues including economic productivity, accountability, security, education, healthcare and reducing the cost of governance.
According to the media office, Obi’s central argument is that Nigeria must move from what it described as a “consumption” model towards a productive economy capable of creating jobs, expanding opportunities and improving living standards.
It said the former Anambra State governor would seek to present his candidacy on the basis of competence, character, capacity, compassion and commitment rather than ethnicity, religion or political connections.
The office also urged voters to scrutinise the records and policy proposals of all presidential candidates instead of allowing campaign rhetoric, ethnic sentiments or political propaganda to determine their choices.
“Peter Obi will not be asking Nigerians to vote for him because of his ethnicity, religion, or political connections,” the statement said, insisting that voters should judge him by his record, ideas and character.
The media office pointed to Obi’s record as Anambra governor, particularly his emphasis on fiscal discipline and investments in sectors such as education, healthcare and infrastructure, as part of the basis for its description of him as a candidate of conscience.
It argued that the 2027 election should be viewed beyond the contest for political power, saying the election would provide Nigerians with an opportunity to determine the direction of the country amid economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment and institutional challenges.
The statement further called on voters to listen to the candidates, examine their proposals and demand measurable commitments throughout the campaign.
“Democracy is strongest when citizens make informed choices based on facts rather than fear or primordial sentiment,” the office said.
With campaigns now underway, the Obi media office said the coming months should be used by Nigerians to interrogate the records, competence and policy positions of those seeking the presidency.
It concluded with an appeal to Nigerians to listen to Obi and assess his proposition for resetting the country.