Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, made the appeal during a town hall meeting with supporters in the UK on Sunday.
He challenged Nigerians in the diaspora to reconsider how they respond to requests for financial help, while urging them to support leaders with records of financial discipline and responsible governance.
“You have people at home in Nigeria today who are begging you for money. Tell them no!” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor also defended his record in office, claiming that his savings as governor exceeded what other state governors had achieved. He acknowledged that he was not perfect but maintained that financial discipline should be a key consideration when choosing political leaders.
Obi further argued that corruption and the diversion of public funds had contributed to shortages in essential services, including schools and hospitals. He also criticised the alleged use of misappropriated Nigerian funds to acquire properties abroad.
His comments come as political mobilisation gathers pace ahead of the 2027 general election. The remarks place financial accountability, public spending and the responsibilities of political leaders at the centre of the debate.
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Peter Obi has delivered a blunt message to Nigerians in the United Kingdom, urging supporters to look beyond personal financial requests and take responsibility for building a better Nigeria. Peter Obi has urged Nigerians living in the United Kingdom to stop giving money to people who request financial assistance from back home, saying the country needs a change...
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- Peter Obi has delivered a blunt message to Nigerians in the United Kingdom, urging supporters to look beyond personal financial requests and take responsibility for building a better Nigeria.
- Peter Obi has urged Nigerians living in the United Kingdom to stop giving money to people who request financial assistance from back home, saying the country needs a change in leadership and greater accountability in the management of public funds.Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, made the appeal during a town hall meeting with supporters in the UK on Sunday.He challenged Nigerians in the diaspora to reconsider how they respond to requests for financial help, while urging them to support leaders with records of financial discipline and responsible governance.“You have people at home in Nigeria today who are begging you for money.
- Tell them no!” Obi said.The former Anambra State governor also defended his record in office, claiming that his savings as governor exceeded what other state governors had achieved.
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Peter Obi has delivered a blunt message to Nigerians in the United Kingdom, urging supporters to look beyond personal financial requests and take responsibility for building a better Nigeria. Peter Obi has urged Nigerians living in the United Kingdom to stop giving money to people who request financial assistance from back home, saying the country needs a change...
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October 19, 2026
