Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed claims that he is divisive, pointing to decades of humanitarian work across northern Nigeria as proof of his commitment to national unity.
Speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, Obi described the allegations as false, insisting he has consistently supported communities across the North through humanitarian and development initiatives.
He recalled visiting Borno State during the early days of the Boko Haram insurgency to console former Governor Ali Modu Sheriff after the death of his brother, at a time when many public figures avoided the region.
Obi also said he returned to Borno after devastating floods, where he donated ₦50 million, met with the state governor and the Shehu of Borno, and visited internally displaced persons (IDP) camps.
The former Anambra State governor said his humanitarian efforts have also taken him to Katsina, Kebbi, Gombe, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Sokoto and Benue, where he visited affected communities and spent Christmas and New Year with displaced persons.
Highlighting his record on inclusion, Obi revealed that his aide-de-camp (ADC) while serving as governor was a Muslim from Kano. He also said all his personal cooks during his eight years in office were northerners.
Obi added that his administration sponsored Hajj pilgrimages for Muslims living in Anambra State, describing it as part of his commitment to religious harmony and national unity.
He further disclosed that he currently supports Almajiri schools in Kano and Bauchi, as well as a School of Nursing in Bauchi, saying his interventions have always focused on education, humanitarian assistance and national development.
Obi maintained that his track record across northern Nigeria contradicts claims of divisiveness, insisting his actions over the years demonstrate a commitment to serving all Nigerians regardless of region or religion.
