2027: I’ll Be In Charge, Tackle Corruption If Elected President — Obi

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to tackle corruption if elected president in the 2027 general election.
Obi made the commitment in an interview with the BBC African Service, where he said former President Muhammadu Buhari was unable to fulfil his anti-corruption promises because, in his view, he was not fully in charge of his administration.
“He was not in charge. The difference is this: I will be in charge,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor said his approach to fighting corruption would begin with himself and his family, arguing that leaders must first ensure they are not involved in corrupt practices.
“If you are...