If I'm elected, I'll uphold the law, says Obi

 

If elected, Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party's (LP) presidential candidate, has pledged that his administration will uphold the law.

Obi delivered the guarantee on Thursday in Owerri during a town hall gathering hosted by the party's Imo chapter.

He congratulated the meeting's organizers for their diligent efforts to mobilize Nigerians to support the party's programs.

Obi also underlined his dedication to creating a new Nigeria that would accommodate and work for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or other preferences.

He promised Nigerians that choosing him as president will contribute to the country's unity and put an end to its hardships and poverty,and uncertainty.

In addition, he claimed that by shifting the nation from consumption to production, his ascension would pave the path for economic liberation.

"My government will closely collaborate with state governments to create exceptional synergy, with the goal of an inclusive governance for the general welfare of all citizens," he declared.

"Nigeria is fortunate; we have everything needed to build a great nation.

"What we need is the correct leadership to maximize our nation's potential, including the oil and gas in Imo, for the good of everybody.

"I will uphold the rule of law, secure and unify Nigeria, and transition the nation from one of consumption to one of production.

The LP presidential candidate urged voters to "vote for the Labour Party, vote for human beings: papa, mama, and pikin."

He added that as a manner of implementing affirmative action in accordance with international best practices, his government would support legislation that would ensure a particular number of women and young people in governance.

He claimed that in order to accomplish this, he would reinforce the not-too-young-to-run law and other pertinent existing laws.

(NAN)