- Obi said none of his opponents was ever forced to pay for advert materials or denied fair competition.
- He declared that his political style rejects personal attacks, aggressive rhetoric, or unrealistic campaign promises.
The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has distanced himself from acts of thuggery, rigging, or electoral malpractice.
Obi stated this on Tuesday in a post shared via his X account, calling on Nigerians to verify his political record.
“Throughout my political journey, I have never been involved in thuggery, the snatching of ballot boxes, or any form of electoral malpractice,” he said.
“I challenge anyone: conduct your investigations. You will find no stains of rigging or violence associated with my name.”
The former governor of Anambra State said his political engagements have always been conducted with civility and fairness.
He explained that his opponents were never denied their rights or subjected to any form of blackmail during elections.
“Ask those who have contested against me — none were ever denied their rights, framed, or falsely accused,” Obi said.
“None was asked to place their advert materials or break the bank to do so. I believe in fair competition, not manufactured victories.”
Obi said he has never been driven by a desperate pursuit of power, adding that his style of politics is free from aggressive rhetoric.
He stated that his ambition is not personal but is centred on a genuine desire to fix Nigeria through service and integrity.
The Labour Party chieftain said he remains committed to his plan of running a single term if elected president in 2027.
He noted that his one-term proposal has continued to generate needless agitation, which, he said, reflects doubts about sincere leadership.
“I still find it baffling that my decision to do a term of four years, if given the mandate to rule this country, is generating so much agitation.
“By this feeling, we are doubting the fact that a sincere leader can achieve much in 48 months,” he said.
Obi stressed that four years is enough to tackle corruption and redirect national resources to sectors that require urgent attention.
He criticised the ongoing expenditure on new presidential jets, arguing that such funds should be used for education, healthcare, or infrastructure.
“For instance, the trillions used to acquire new presidential jets and other unnecessary expenses at this time could have been channelled into education, healthcare, or infrastructure,” Obi said.
He also emphasised the need to uphold the rule of law and ensure accountability in governance.
“Within the same period, we can ensure that the rule of law is strictly followed,” Obi added.