Peter Obi Joins Global Leaders in Athens to Tackle Africa’s Poverty and Insecurity
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, participated in an international forum in Athens, Greece, where global leaders discussed pressing challenges facing Africa, including poverty and unemployment.
Speaking alongside former presidents, government officials, and other prominent figures, Obi emphasized that the widespread poverty in Africa, where over half the population is classified as multidimensionally poor, has direct links to the continent’s security issues.
At the event, which focused on governance, security, and economic challenges, Obi identified unemployment, corruption, and inequality as critical factors undermining peace and stability across Africa. He argued that poverty fuels insecurity and that many nations have failed to invest adequately in essential sectors such as health and education.
Obi warned that non-state actors have gained control of security in several African nations, further exacerbating the situation. He urged future African leaders to adopt bold and transformative policies to promote people-centered development and ensure the well-being of citizens.
At the weekend, I joined global leaders that included, former Presidents, Prime ministers, serving and retired senior government officials, military chiefs, renowned academics, sports personalities, and others in Athens, Greece, for a Leadership Dialogue focused on governance,… pic.twitter.com/GFIMRRWgOs
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) September 29, 2024
Reflecting on Nigeria’s potential, Obi stressed that the country possesses all the resources necessary to address these challenges and lead Africa in a new direction. He called for concerted efforts by leaders to combat corruption, improve critical infrastructures, and provide opportunities for the continent’s growing youth population.
