I’m Not Associated With Thuggery, Rigging —Peter Obi

Posted by African Examiner Featured, Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has stated that his name has never been connected with thuggery, rigging or any form of electoral malpractice.

Obi, in a statement on his X page on Tuesday, challenged Nigerians to look into his record, insisting that none of his political contests had been associated with violence or manipulation.

“Throughout my political journey, I have never been involved in thuggery, the snatching of ballot boxes, or any form of electoral malpractice,” he writes.

“I challenge anyone: conduct your investigations. You will find no stains of rigging or violence associated with my name.”

According to the former Anambra governor, his politics has always been guided by civility and fairness, adding that those who contested against him were never denied their rights or falsely accused.

“Ask those who have contested against me; none were ever denied their rights, framed, or falsely accused,” Obi said.

“None was asked to place their advert materials or break the bank to do so. I believe in fair competition, not manufactured victories.”

He stated that desperation for power has never been his style of politics, and he does not engage in aggressive rhetoric, personal attacks or unrealistic assurances.

Obi added that what drives him is a commitment to seeing Nigeria work, not personal ambition, and that leadership must be built on service, integrity and accountability.

He also reiterated his one-term proposal ahead of the 2027 election as he stated that he can change Nigeria in four years.

“I still find it baffling that my decision to do a term of four years, if given the mandate to rule this country, is generating so much agitation. By this feeling, we are doubting the fact that a sincere leader can achieve much in 48 months,” writes.

“In four years, we can confront corruption head-on, redirecting resources to priority areas.

“For instance, the trillions used to acquire new presidential jets and other unnecessary expenses at this time could have been channelled into education, healthcare, or infrastructure.