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.”
