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| Unity can break chains of poverty forever |
Several top leaders met to choose a platform for 2027. They weighed new party vs. existing one. ADC won by a slim margin. It offered ready structures and less internal strife. Obi and Atiku Abubakar, among others, agreed on ADC’s spirit of service.
Obi said this coalition fights hunger, not power grabs. He stressed policies on food, health, and education. He called for unity over titles. He said Nigerians need hope, not more politics.
Obi cited ADC’s track record in local polls. He praised its grassroots outreach. He noted its leaders show discipline and focus. He added ADC is not tied to old elitist networks. That matters for fresh change.
Since 2023, critics say Tinubu has kept old networks intact. They point to high living costs and weak public services. APC leaders call these claims politics. But poverty data shows decline in living standards. The World Bank notes Nigeria leads world in extreme poverty.
Opposition sees Tinubu’s team as resistant to reform. They blame patronage and weak accountability. They point to stalled power projects and poor health funding. Obi says these failings hurt everyday Nigerians.
A political analyst, Mallam Bello, says coalition unity can shift power balance. He warns internal rifts could harm it. He notes El-Rufai favors SDP, stirring tension. Yet many expect common goals to hold them together.
Dr. Amaka Udo-Ekpeyong, economic expert, says coalition must focus on real budgets. She urges clear plans for jobs and food security. She warns against vague promises. She calls for new revenue sources and strong audit.
Obi’s message centers on anti-poverty. He points to stalled health reforms and low school funding. He vows to boost farmers, improve roads, and cut food costs. He speaks of firm audits and fund tracking. He says these steps will free families from hardship.
Coalition plans include a national task force on hunger. It will work with states to feed vulnerable groups. It will push telecoms for cheaper data. It will back small businesses with low-cost loans.
Coalitions in Nigeria often break under pressure. Leaders have clashing interests and big egos. They risk repeating old mistakes. They must balance power sharing with policy work. They must show unity in public.
Tinubu’s supporters will fight hard. They control key offices and funds. They may use legal means to slow coalition growth. They may woo defectors with promises of jobs. The coalition must stay tight and clear on its goals.
Leaders plan state-by-state rollout of coalition teams. They will hold public town halls on hunger and health. They aim to unveil zonal coordinators soon. They want to build trust before campaigns begin.
Obi will tour regions hit hardest by poverty. He will meet farmers, traders, and teachers. He will listen and refine policies. He says he wants his plans tested in villages, not just offices.
Peter Obi’s ADC coalition move marks a big shift. It unites leaders under one banner to fight poverty. It challenges Tinubu’s hold on power. Success hinges on real policy and unity. Nigerians await if this coalition can deliver change.