Peter Obi Urges Nigerians to Hold Tinubu Accountable for Electric Power Promises

Peter Obi, who previously ran as the presidential candidate for the Labour Party, has appealed to Nigerians to hold President Bola Tinubu accountable for his campaign commitments concerning electricity supply.

In a statement shared on social media on January 28, Obi pointed out that the year has barely begun, yet the national grid has failed twice. He reminded the public of President Tinubu’s campaign pledge from 2022, in which he stated that he should not be granted a second term if he did not resolve the issues surrounding unreliable power supply during his first term.

Obi expressed his concerns with the following statement:

"President Bola Tinubu’s 2022 campaign promise was unequivocal: ‘If I do not deliver consistent electricity in my first four years, do not vote for me for a second term.’ However, in January 2026 alone, we have witnessed two national grid failures, and the month isn't over yet. Last year, there were roughly twelve collapses. This pattern starkly contradicts his assurances and should alarm every patriot in the nation."

He further elaborated on the disparity between Nigeria and other nations, mentioning:

"While the President travels abroad, currently to Turkey, a country with a population of around 87 million—approximately one-third of Nigeria’s—Turkey successfully generates over 120,000 megawatts of electricity. In stark contrast, Nigeria barely manages to achieve 5% of that output. This discrepancy is both shocking and painful."

Obi continued, urging the President to stay home and address the pressing issues facing the nation:

"At this pace, we might soon discuss trips to locations like Palau or Vanuatu while crucial matters linger unresolved in our country."

He concluded by stressing that the focus should be on demanding accountability and effective governance, rather than fixating on the upcoming elections. He stated,

"We need to unite in pressing for responsible leadership that alleviates the suffering and indignities caused by continuous poor governance. A New Nigeria is POssible."