FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES: PETER OBI TALKS ABOUT HIS VISIT TO NASARAWA

Babatunji Wusu –

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) nominee for president in 2023, claimed that his trip to Nasarawa State was a sincere demonstration of his abiding regard and unity with the people.
Obi stated that his main goal in visiting the Northern state was to have a thorough understanding of the people’s experiences, especially during this unique Ramadan period.

The former Anambra State governor continued by saying that the purpose of the visit was to offer assistance to people who were struggling in these difficult times.

The leader of the LP said in a string of tweets on Tuesday on his official X account that the visit was more than just a formality.

He wrote: “Yesterday, I was opportuned to perform a sacred duty in line with the Ramadan season. I had the honour of travelling to Lafia in Nasarawa state, where I had the privilege of meeting with the Emir of Lafia, Honorable Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad JSC Rtd, a very revered, leader and also extended my courtesy to Governor Abdullahi Sule.

“This visit was more than a mere formality, it was a genuine expression of my deep respect and unwavering solidarity with the community.

“The primary purpose of my visit was twofold: to immerse myself in learning about the experiences of our people, particularly during this special time of Ramadan, and to provide support to those facing hardships during these challenging times.

“As part of my nationwide initiative to assist those in need, my visit to Lafia allowed me to offer aid to approximately 100 individuals and address a critical societal need by installing a borehole.”