Key Points:
- Peter Obi says he will serve one term of four years if elected President of Nigeria.
- He cites Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and Nelson Mandela as examples of short but strong leadership.
- Obi vows to reform governance, fight corruption, and rebuild public trust in Nigeria.
Peter Obi has restated that he will serve only one term of four years if elected Nigeria’s President. He said the vow is “sacrosanct” and promised not to stay a day longer in power.
The Labour Party flagbearer stressed that true leaders serve the people, not themselves. He warned that long years in office often corrupt leaders and reduce accountability.
Leadership lessons from great figures
Obi compared his vow to historic leaders who made an impact in little time. He cited Abraham Lincoln, who served four years as U.S. President, and John F. Kennedy, who inspired many despite not finishing his term.
He also praised Nelson Mandela for choosing just one term as South Africa’s President, despite pressure to stay longer. Obi said this act proved that true leadership is about purpose and service, not tenure.
Fixing trust and governance
Obi admitted that many Nigerians doubt politicians because of broken promises. He said his track record in Anambra shows he keeps his word.
“I will not spend more than four years in office,” Obi said. “Service must be strong, not endless.” He added that 48 months is enough to drive real change.
Plans for his one term
Obi vowed to clean up governance and fight corruption. He promised to use public funds with full transparency and tackle insecurity with focus.
He also pledged to prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty relief. His plan is to grow small businesses and make Nigeria a producing nation.
Obi added that agriculture, technology, and manufacturing will replace waste and rent-seeking as key drivers of growth. “These are real goals,” he said. “They can be met in four years.”
