Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has described his closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan as productive, saying the discussions centred on Nigeria’s future.
Obi, who led a delegation of prominent South-East leaders to Jonathan’s residence in Abuja on Monday, said the engagement formed part of ongoing consultations with key stakeholders ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Writing on his X handle after the meeting, Obi said the talks were frank and focused on addressing the country’s pressing challenges.
“Our discussions were frank, thoughtful, and anchored on the urgent need to reposition Nigeria on the path of unity, security, stability, productivity and inclusive governance,” he said.
He stressed that Nigeria’s current economic and security challenges require collective efforts from leaders across regional and political divides.
“At a time when our nation continues to grapple with economic hardship, rising insecurity and deepening social divisions, it has become imperative for leaders to come together in the overall interest of the people,” he added.
Obi also emphasised the need for leadership driven by competence and service rather than personal ambition.
“Nigeria requires leadership guided by character, capacity and compassion. Governance is not about sharing what is left, but about creating what is needed,” he said.
The former Anambra State governor further advocated a shift from a consumption-driven economy to a production-based model, leveraging the country’s human and natural resources for sustainable growth.
He described the 2027 elections as a critical turning point for the nation.
“The 2027 elections must be seen as an opportunity to reset the country’s trajectory and build a secure, functional and prosperous nation for all citizens,” Obi stated.
The meeting was attended by South-East elders, senators of the African Democratic Congress and other political associates.
