Peter Obi advocates for leadership measured by visible impact on people's lives

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By Madu Obi

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has advocated for leadership that is measured by visible impact on the lives of the people.

Obi, who was the special guest of honour during the empowerment programme organized by the member representing Awka North and South federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Professor Lilian Orogbu, commended the lawmaker for what he described as her purposeful and people-oriented representation.

During the programme, Orogbu empowered over 500 constituents with cars, shuttle buses, tricycles (Keke), motorcycles, sewing machines, grinding machines, deep freezers, 2KVA and 1KVA generating sets, among other items.

Scholarships were also awarded to deserving students as part of the lawmaker's commitment to expanding access to education in the constituency.

According to Obi, initiatives like what Orogbu did for her constituents are capable of lifting citizens out of poverty and ultimately contribute to reducing crime and insecurity.

He lamented the rising unemployment, poor state of education, weak healthcare system and growing insecurity in the country, attributing many of Nigeria's challenges to poor governance and the mismanagement of public resources.

Reaffirming his vision for Nigeria, Obi promised that with competent and accountable leadership, the country could overcome hunger, insecurity, unemployment and economic hardship.

He equally called for credible elections in 2027, urging Nigerians to reject electoral malpractice and embrace the principles of equity, justice and fairness.

Speaking during the event, Prof. Orogbu explained that the empowerment programme was her way of appreciating her numerous supporters, volunteers and constituents who stood by her during the 2023 general elections.

According to her, although over 36,000 people voted for her and more than 5,000 supporters actively worked throughout the campaign, it would be practically impossible to accommodate everyone in one phase of the programme and assured those who did not benefit them that another round of empowerment has been scheduled for November 2026.

She charged the beneficiaries to make productive use of the items, emphasizing that the empowerment was designed not merely as a welfare package, but as an economic intervention capable of improving livelihoods, creating employment opportunities and enhancing the living standards of families across Awka North and Awka South federal constituency.

She noted that sustainable empowerment remains one of the most effective approaches to tackling poverty, reducing youth unemployment and stimulating grassroots economic development.

The Anambra State chairman of NDC, Hon. Ikem Uzoezie, congratulated Prof. Orogbu for fulfilling her campaign promises through impactful representation.

He urged the people to continue to support the party, expressing confidence that sustained electoral support would translate into more developmental projects and improved welfare for the people.

Also speaking, the Senator representing Anambra Central, Chief Victor Umeh, described Prof. Orogbu as a rare gift to the people of Awka North and Awka South federal constituency.

According to him, the federal lawmaker has distinguished herself through quality representation, constituency projects, scholarships, road infrastructure and various empowerment initiatives.

"Her vocal contributions on the floor of the House of Representatives have continued to attract developmental projects to the constituency", Umeh said, adding that allowing her to secure a second term would position her as a ranking member of the House, thereby increasing her capacity to attract greater dividends of democracy to the constituency.

He equally described the empowerment programme as unprecedented, saying it reflects the lawmaker's genuine commitment to improving the welfare of her constituents.