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PETER OBI SPEAKS AT CAMBRIDGE ON “THE MAKING OF AFRICA’S FUTURE PRESIDENTS
Yesterday, at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, I was honoured with an invitation to address African youths in the African Together Conference tagged “The Making of Africa’s Future Presidents.”
I was delighted to interact with these youths drawn from different African countries and passionate about making a positive difference in society. I was inspired by the energy and determination of these young leaders, and I remain committed to empowering them to shape Africa’s future.
Our discussion centred on the pathway to dismantling corruption and building a better future for our continent
I reiterated how investing in the critical areas of human and national development, education, health, and pulling people out of poverty can drive immeasurable growth and development in any nation and continent. Drawing examples from our comparable nations: China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the continent of Asia, I showed how committed leadership can turn around any nation and continent by prioritising investments in these areas.
I shared insights from my political journey, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that come with serving the public. I maintained that Nigeria, and indeed Africa, can work for all, if we dismantle corruption and rascality in governance, and prioritise investment in the critical areas of development.
With competent, committed and compassionate leadership, Nigeria can become a beacon of hope, and Africa will rise to become a global economic powerhouse
I thank the African Society, University of Cambridge, for hosting this important event, and I also appreciate the young leaders who participated with such enthusiasm and dedication.
As we strive to build the New Nigeria, we all must get involved in this important process of nation-building by ensuring that only competent, capable, committed leaders with character and integrity are elected into public offices.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Picture 4) Peter Obi and Botswana’s Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe.
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From left to right) Lieutenant General Professor Abdurahman Bello Danbazau (chief of army staff from August 2008 – September 2010, minister of interior from November 2015 – May 2019),
Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai (director general of the BPE from 1999 – 2003, minister of the FCT from 2003 – 2007, governor of Kaduna State from 2015 – 2023).
Peter Obi (governor of Anambra State from 17 March 2006 – 17 March 2014)
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Dr Mo (Moses Paul) @Drmopaul
The recent presence of Botswana’s Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe and Nigeria’s Mr. @PeterObi at Cambridge University is a powerful testament to the rising influence of African leadership on the global intellectual stage. Their engagement not only bridges continents but also inspires a new generation of Africans to lead with vision, integrity, and a commitment to transformative governance.
A new Africa is possible!
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