The presidential candidate of
the Labour Party, Peter Obi has addressed his supporters known as obidients,
saying they should not relent until he becomes Nigeria’s president.
The former Anambra governor’s
message was contained in a post made on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on
Saturday, September 9, 2023.
The message two days after
losing his petition against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory in the
February 25, 2023 election.
The post titled “DESPAIR IS NOT
AN OPTION,” reads; “I trust that you all have listened to, or read my reaction
to the judgment delivered by the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) on
Wednesday, 6th September 2023.
“Understandably, there has been
a note of general disappointment within our fold and indeed the general
population of Nigerians who hoped that the outcome of the February 25th
Presidential election would usher in a new and different Nigeria of our dreams.
That dream has only been
deferred for now but remains alive for all times. Since the Tribunal verdict,
there has been a note of general despair among the Obidients and the generality
of our supporters. I assure you all that on this journey, despair or surrender
is not in our options.
“Today, I want to personally
reach out and encourage you all to keep hope alive. Considering the challenges
that lie ahead of us as a movement, despair is not an option. Nothing good in
life comes easy. Throughout history, positive changes come only with
sacrifices, perseverance, resilience, and fluctuating fortunes.
“Right from the onset of our
journey, I told you all that the journey upon which we were about to embark was
not a short sprint, but a long and tough marathon. It was always going to be
difficult, painful, and excruciating.
“We set out knowing fully well
that the forces we are up against are entrenched and formidable but not
insurmountable. They would resist the wind of change and try to push us into
surrender or despair. We must not succumb to their design.
“I am inspired that we have
endured the odds placed in our way at every point. In such a short space of
time, we have persevered to get to the point where we cannot be ignored any
longer. Therefore, I urge you to abide and never think of giving up.
“I wish to assure you that our
recent disappointments have inspired me to re-dedicate myself to the cause of
building a New Nigeria. For me, rescuing Nigeria is a lifelong commitment, and
on this journey, we shall be resolute but orderly, principled but lawful.
“I assure you that we shall
persist with even greater determination and zeal until we get to our
destination. Nigeria must belong to all Nigerians and not to a select few.
“Like all of you, I believe fervently
that a New Nigeria is Possible. God bless you all and God bless Nigeria.”
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