Peter Obi Expresses Optimism For Nigeria’s Future Following London Visit.
Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has reaffirmed his belief in Nigeria’s potential after a productive visit to the United Kingdom.
Obi confirmed that he arrived in London safely on Sunday, 2nd March, for a packed schedule. He explained that he travelled via Air Peace business class, following his usual policy for long-haul flights, especially when immediate engagements awaited him upon arrival.
Following his arrival, he proceeded to Cambridge for a series of meetings with development experts. According to him, the discussions focused on proposed solutions to the challenges facing Nigeria.
Later in the day, he returned to London to attend the launch of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel, Dream Count, at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall. The event, which attracted approximately 3,000 attendees, featured an engaging conversation between Adichie and journalist Elizabeth Day. Obi described their discussion as insightful, noting that it kept the audience captivated throughout.
Reflecting on the event, he emphasised that the gathering was not only a celebration of literary excellence but also a reminder of Nigeria’s vast potential. He highlighted the importance of investing in key areas of development—education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation—stating that these were essential for the nation’s progress, as reflected in the Human Development Index (HDI).
Obi further linked his earlier discussions on Nigeria’s transformation to the inspiring atmosphere of the literary event. He expressed his conviction that, with the energy and brilliance of Nigerian youth, alongside collective commitment and strong governance, a brighter future for the country remained achievable.
Despite the nation’s current struggles, he maintained that hope was not lost, asserting that a new Nigeria was possible.