The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s style of communicating with Nigerians, accusing him of rarely addressing citizens directly.
According to Obi, President Tinubu has largely relied on official statements and spokespersons to communicate with the public since assuming office after the 2023 presidential election.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, Obi argued that Nigerians deserve to hear directly from the leader they elected rather than from his political appointees. 
He maintained that the President should engage citizens personally on important national issues instead of delegating such responsibilities to aides.
During the interview, the former Anambra State governor also stated that he is not driven by personal ambition to become Nigeria’s president.
According to Obi, his primary concern is to see Nigeria function effectively and provide good governance for its citizens.
“I’m not desperate to be Nigerian president. I’m desperate to see Nigeria work,” he said.
Obi added that he would support any individual capable of transforming the country and delivering effective leadership, regardless of personal political interests.
He stressed that his desire for the presidency stems from a commitment to improving Nigeria rather than pursuing power for its own sake.
The NDC presidential candidate also expressed concern over what he described as Nigeria’s continued decline, saying he remains deeply saddened by the country’s current direction.
According to Obi, the nation’s challenges require committed leadership focused on addressing economic hardship, insecurity, and governance issues to put Nigeria back on the path of progress.
