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Obi condemns hateful statement in Canada against diverse origins
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, on Friday, condemned hateful statement in Canada against diverse origins by a woman.
Obi stated that “such divisive comments or behaviour have no place in our society.”
He advocated that “as Nigerians, we should unite and focus on addressing our shared challenges, rather than allowing tribalism and hate to tear us apart.”
Obi in a statement declared @PeterObi
“I utterly condemn the reported hateful statement and actions attributed to a Nigerian woman living in Canada against other Nigerians of diverse origins. Such divisive comments or behaviour have no place in our society.
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“As Nigerians, we should unite and focus on addressing our shared challenges, rather than allowing tribalism and hate to tear us apart. I have consistently stood against the polarisation of our country along tribal, religious or political lines.
“What does a nation achieve through tribal or religious bigotry? Does it contribute positively to development, by fixing our numerous health, education challenges, and pulling people out of poverty? Does it reduce the price of bread, rice, garri or yam in the market?
“Does it improve our transportation system or enhance the electricity supply? Does it ensure good governance?
“The answer is a resounding NO!!
“Our priority should be to move Nigeria forward, regardless of tribe or religion.
“We, as Nigerians, must live together in peace and love, and ensure that we enthrone leaders based on integrity, competence, consistency, capacity, character and compassion, so as to overcome our present challenges and move the country forward in the right direction.
“Let us focus on what truly matters: building a prosperous, united, and equitable Nigeria for all. “We must reject tribalism and religious division, and embrace our shared humanity, working together towards a new Nigeria that is POssible! -PO”
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