Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general election, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the nation amidst ongoing protests.
The demonstrations, which took place in over 25 states on Thursday and continued with less violence on Friday, highlight the public’s discontent.
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Speaking from his home in Onitsha, Anambra State, Obi emphasized the importance of the President responding to the legitimate demands of the protesters.
He also clarified a circulating video that showed him in Abuja, stating, “I am here in Onitsha; I can’t be here and be in Abuja.”
Obi acknowledged the protesters’ concerns about nationwide hardship and urged that their demands be pursued legally.
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He insisted that President Tinubu should directly address the nation, rather than relying on aides or appointees during such critical times.
“My appeal is for the President to come out and address the nation, he is the one the people elected, holding their mandate, and he should not be using aides or appointees to reach the people at such critical times,” Obi said.
He also expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, as well as to those injured and those who lost property during the protests.
