In a firm restatement of his political stance, former Anambra State Governor and presidential hopeful Mr. Peter Obi has reiterated his commitment to serve only one term of four years if elected President, calling the vow a "sacrosanct" promise anchored in integrity, precedent, and purposeful leadership.
Referencing global icons such as Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, and Nelson Mandela, Obi emphasized that true leadership is defined not by tenure, but by impact.
> “Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service—however brief—that defines true statesmanship,” he stated.
Obi cited Mandela’s decision to serve only one term as President of South Africa as a model of principled leadership, resisting the lure of power for the sake of democratic values.
Responding to recent scepticism regarding his one-term pledge, Obi acknowledged the growing public distrust in Nigerian political promises but insisted that he is “not cut from that cloth.”
> “Many Nigerians no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words,” he said.
“When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear promises—and I fulfilled them without deviation.”
Obi dismissed remarks suggesting his vow was insincere or delusional, pointing instead to his track record of transparent governance, fiscal discipline, and reform-oriented leadership.
> “If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution,” he remarked.
“I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office.”
Outlining his core agenda, Obi pledged to:
Reform the governance system;
Tackle insecurity through effective resource use;
Prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;
Support small and medium-sized enterprises as engines of growth; and
Fight corruption with unwavering resolve.
He concluded with a vision of transforming Nigeria from a consumption-based economy to one driven by productivity in agriculture, technology, and manufacturing, declaring that these are “not utopian dreams, but realistic, actionable goals achievable within four years.”
> “Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference,” Obi said. “A new Nigeria is POssible.”
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