The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has formally submitted his single-tenure proposal to the opposition coalition for consideration.
Dr. Yinusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, announed the submission during the conferment of a chieftaincy title, ‘Sarki Maskan’ (War Hero), on Obi.
Tanko said Obi was committed to serving only one four-year term if elected president, insisting that Nigeria’s transformation does not require more time.
“We have presented it to the coalition. It is there for them to make a decision. But we are confident it can work,” Tanko stated. “This is a pronouncement rooted in integrity, and Peter Obi embodies that. What Nigeria needs now are leaders with integrity.”
Tanko added that although the single-term idea is not constitutional, Obi remains resolute, “Obi has said clearly — even though the single term is not in the constitution — that he is committing himself to serve only one tenure. He believes four years is more than enough to accomplish his mission. That shows you how prepared and focused he is.”
He emphasised Obi’s policy priorities, particularly in tackling infrastructure and the economy, “Even stabilising electricity alone will solve a multitude of problems.
He is promising that under his leadership, Nigeria will become an exporting country again. Planes will no longer leave our airports empty.”
Tanko concluded that Obi’s proposal reflects a focused and disciplined approach to governance, aligned with the broader aspirations of reform-minded Nigerians.
