Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, recently visited Maiduguri, Borno State, to show support for the victims of the devastating flood that ravaged the state. He donated N50 million to the emergency relief fund and expressed his condolences to Governor Babagana Zulum and the people of Borno ¹.
During his visit, Obi was accompanied by his running mate, Dr. Datti Baba-Ahmed, and other party leaders. They paid homage to the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar El-Kanemi, and visited the spare parts market and an Internally Displaced Persons camp, where they met with thousands of people affected by the flood.
Obi reassured the people of Borno that his party is committed to supporting those affected by the flood, stating, “We will continue to stand with the people of Borno, providing aid and resources to help them rebuild and recover from this tragedy.” He also thanked the various levels of government for their interventions and support.
The visit and donation have generated various reactions, with some praising Obi’s philanthropic efforts and others questioning the timing and amount of the donation ¹. Regardless, the visit highlights Obi’s commitment to supporting those in need and demonstrating leadership during challenging times.
Key Points:
- Peter Obi’s Visit: Obi visited Maiduguri, Borno State, to support flood victims.
- Donation: He donated N50 million to the emergency relief fund.
- Support: Obi reassured the people of Borno of his party’s commitment to supporting those affected.
- Reactions: The visit and donation have generated mixed reactions.
