Obi explains why he declined vacation after the election

Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has expressed his commitment to

remain actively engaged with the people of Nigeria, stating that he has not rested since the election because of the current situation in the country. He made this known while congratulating the Muslim community in Awka, Anambra State during a recent visit, adding that his visit had nothing to do with politics.

 

Obi, who had also visited the Onitsha mosque the previous Sunday, emphasized that such visits should not only be based on political ambitions. He stated that serious leaders should not rest at a time when there are challenges to be addressed in the country. He further pledged to visit as many people as he could and support them in the best way possible.

 

During the visit, Obi donated foodstuff to the community and promised to help rebuild the mosque, which was undergoing renovation. He said, "I want to pledge here and now that I shall contribute to the work you have at hand, to ensure that you have a befitting place of worship."

 

Obi also emphasized the need for unity and cooperation among Nigerians irrespective of their religious affiliations. He said, "I am a Christian and you are Muslims, but we are all Nigerians, and Nigeria is one. It is only politics that divides us. But I have never seen any road being traveled by only Muslims. I have also not seen any market where Christians buy bread cheaper than Muslims. If you know such market, please tell me, let me go and buy."

 

The leader of the Muslim community in Awka, Alhaji Musa Bello, commended Obi for his consistent visits to the community, adding that he remains the only individual who has consistently visited them. He said, "You are a lover of all men, and you have been very beneficial to mankind."