Peter Obi Advocates For Swift Action On Enhancing Girl Child Education

Peter Obi Advocates For Swift Action On Enhancing Girl Child EducationPeter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party (LP), has called for the immediate prioritization of education for the girl child, emphasizing its crucial role in the nation’s development. Obi argued that focusing on the education and healthcare of girls would have a transformative impact on the country’s growth and progress.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The LP leader made this statement in a recent post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, stressing that investing in the girl child is not only a national duty but also a moral imperative. He further highlighted that empowering girls through education and access to healthcare would create a more equitable society and drive sustainable national development.

Speaking after his engagements in Adamawa and Kaduna, Obi shared his belief that offering girls equal opportunities is essential for fostering an inclusive and prosperous future. He pointed to his visit to the Womanhood College of Health Sciences and Technology in Kaduna, where he donated ₦5 million to support the institution’s mission of training women for careers in healthcare. He commended the college for its vital role in empowering women and promoting gender equality in the healthcare sector.

Obi reiterated his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote inclusive development, stressing the importance of breaking down the barriers that hinder girls’ access to education and opportunities.

Peter Obi Celebrates Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s Reappointment as WTO Director-General

In a related development, Peter Obi has congratulated Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her re-election as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term, effective from 1 September 2025. Obi described the reappointment as “heartwarming” and “well-deserved,” hailing Okonjo-Iweala as Nigeria’s most valuable human capital export.

In his congratulatory message, Obi praised Okonjo-Iweala’s leadership qualities, character, and impressive achievements in both public service and the global arena. He called her a “beacon of hope” and an “inspiration” to Nigerians, especially to young people striving to make a difference in the world.

“I am sincerely delighted at the reappointment of my very dear elder sister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation for a second term. Her admirable character and long list of accomplishments in public office stand her out as a leader of great competence,” Obi stated.

He added that Okonjo-Iweala’s contributions to Nigeria’s development and the global community solidified her place as a symbol of hard work and excellence. Obi expressed his hopes for her continued success, wishing her good health, strength, and wisdom for her next tenure.

Furthermore, Obi urged Nigerian leaders to draw lessons from Okonjo-Iweala’s rise to prominence. He emphasized that leadership should be based on character, competence, capability, and integrity, both in those who lead and those who select them.

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