Politics

Reactions as Nigerian lady goes on sabbatical leave for Peter Obi

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4 years ago

June 1, 2022

Ifeanyi Akorjuru, a Nigerian lady has caused a stir after disclosing that she took a one year sabbatical leave to focus on the former Anambra state governor and 2023 presidential aspirant, Peter Obi’s campaign.

National Daily reports that the former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, on Monday officially became the presidential candidate of the Labour Party.

Obi will battle former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other candidates yet to emerge for Nigeria’s presidency.

Reacting to the development, a zealous supporter of Peter Obi, Ifeanyi announced her sabbatical leave from work to campaign for Obi.

According to her, she took the decision so as to be able to remain focused on Peter Obi Presidential campaign.

She wrote; “We cannot put all our eggs in one basket, all of us cannot belong to one group, however, let our target and aim be the same. Guys, my one year sabbatical leave from work was approved today by my employers. That will enable me remain focus on Peter Obi Presidential campaign.”

Young Nigerians on social media have commended her actions, as they urged more people to get involved in campaign and politics ahead of 2023 general elections.

One user identified as rawz_4ever wrote; ”I pray I am able to support this movement as I am very vibrant in politics . I will equally see how I can play my part . I pray God grant my secret wishes so that I can make this bold step to support the #OBI2023 movement to secure our kids future.’

One chiblue0202 wrote; ‘‘Well done girl …. But we should not be tweeting everything … do things silently and be safe.”

One antykemzi_thrift_stores wrote; ”Please get your pvc ready no online voting because some people can make noise here but voting day they will be in their house sleeping.”

One chune.fr wrote; ‘‘We have to do this for Peter Obi , the one chance we have to save Nigeria as a collective body is now . Dooor to Door campaign , post to post campaign . Put Peter Obi on every persons face”

One babessentialsng wrote; ‘‘Going for my PVC transfer tomorrow. Together we can make Nigeria great”

One kemsi87 wrote; ”More volunteers are needed. All our tech brothers and sisters, help us with a massive enlightenment campaign. Take the name Peter Obi worldwide. If our eyes are wide open this time, they cannot send us to sleep again!”

One kechai05 wrote; ”Babe I am proud of you. Let’s do this”

One thriftwearsbybellz wrote; ”The change we need”