Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has outlined a governance plan centered on national unity and investment in human capital, saying these priorities would define his administration if elected in 2027.
In a statement shared via his X handle, Obi presented what he called a blueprint for a “productive and prosperous Nigeria,” stressing that education, healthcare, and skills development would serve as the backbone of his reform agenda aimed at transforming the country.
Reaffirming his long-standing position on national cohesion and development, the former governor of Anambra State said his ambition is rooted in strengthening unity, peace, and long-term progress across the country.
A portion of his statement read: “When I decided to contest for the office of President of Nigeria, I pledged to place Nigeria on the path of unity and national transformation,” Obi said.
He further stated: “Now, as the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, I will, in the coming weeks and months, provide insights into the roadmap that I am confident will help curb abuse in government, halt the decline in the quality of life of Nigerians at all levels, and usher in an era of unity, peace, sustained progress and prosperity.”
According to him, the proposed framework is built on inclusion, fairness, social equity, and the protection of citizens’ freedom to pursue legitimate opportunities, which he described as essential for national stability.
Obi also emphasized that human capital development would be treated as a critical pillar of national infrastructure, arguing that education and healthcare reforms are necessary for economic expansion and effective public service delivery.
“A robust human capital is indispensable infrastructure for national progress. It serves as the fundamental capital upon which daily life, economic expansion and the delivery of essential public services depend,” he said.
He pledged that, if elected, his administration would immediately set up a special task force to address the growing number of out-of-school children in the country.
The NDC candidate also highlighted plans to prioritize Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as part of a broader industrial strategy designed to strengthen agriculture and manufacturing output.
He explained that his government would encourage collaboration between the public sector, private investors, and faith-based organizations to improve funding for technical education, upgrade training facilities, and expand apprenticeship opportunities modeled after Germany’s dual system.
Obi added: “The situation in which unemployment remains high while Nigerian entrepreneurs establish businesses elsewhere because skilled labour is scarce must be confronted decisively.
“Doing so is essential for the common good and for facilitating our transition from a consumption-driven economy to a production-driven one.”
He further noted that his administration would reinforce civic and character education as a means of building trust, leadership capacity, and shared national values, which he described as key to strengthening social cohesion and encouraging enterprise.
