Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, has urged young Nigerians to reject shortcuts and instead build success through integrity, competence, discipline and hard work.
Speaking at the This Generation Conference hosted by Summit Bible Church in Abuja on Saturday, Mr Obi said he had the privilege of interacting with young entrepreneurs, professionals, business leaders and members of the emerging generation. Their discussion focused on what it takes to thrive in the marketplace despite prevailing economic challenges.
The former Anambra State governor shared insights from his years in business and public service, emphasising that sustainable success is built on integrity, competence, discipline and a commitment to creating value for society.
“I reminded participants that no nation develops by consumption alone. Nations progress when their citizens are productive, innovative and committed to excellence. Our young people must resist the temptation of shortcuts and instead embrace education, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship and ethical leadership,” he wrote on his X handle.
Mr Obi added that the future of Nigeria depends largely on the quality of leadership and enterprise this generation is willing to build. “We must move from a culture of sharing poverty to one of creating prosperity through production, innovation and responsible governance.”
He said he left the conference encouraged by the energy, intelligence and determination of the young people he met, and that their questions, ideas and aspirations reaffirmed his belief that Nigeria’s greatest resource remains her people.
“Together, through hard work, integrity and purposeful leadership, we can build the New Nigeria that is possible,” he stressed.
