Peter Obi Slams Politicians Distributing Campaign Vehicles As Insecurity, Poverty Decimate Citizens

…Says It’s Profound Insensitivity and Abuse of Trust.

Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in 2023 presidential election, has slammed political office holders and government already purchasing and distributing luxury vehicles for 2027 campaigns while neglecting the masses being traumatized and decimated by insecurity and poverty in the country.

Obi, lamented in a post on his X handle that it amounted to insensitivity and serious moral failure.

He said: “At a time when Nigerians are struggling with hunger, unemployment, and insecurity, the decision of any government to allocate limited public resources for distributing luxury vehicles like Hilux trucks and Hummer buses as part of the 2027 campaign mobilisation is not only insensitive but also represents a serious moral failure.

“While ordinary Nigerians are grappling with poverty and hopelessness, those in leadership positions continue to flaunt their wealth by driving brand-new Land Cruisers, Hiluxes, and Hummers, treating the suffering of the people as mere background for political theatrics. This tragic misplacement of priorities is unacceptable.

“Leadership, especially in these challenging times, should focus on providing food for the hungry, ensuring access to healthcare for the sick, restoring hope for millions of unemployed youth, and securing our communities. It should not be about parading luxury vehicles or campaigning for votes.

“It is disheartening that, at a time when children are dropping out of school because their families cannot afford tuition fees, when mothers are dying during childbirth due to a lack of basic medical supplies, and when insecurity is tearing families apart, the response from those in power is to purchase and distribute luxury vehicles rather than urgently addressing the needs of the people.

“This is not governance. It reflects a profound insensitivity and an abuse of public trust disguised as a political strategy. It betrays the essence of public service, which should always be about serving the people rather than staging political publicity.

“At times like this, we must recognise that Nigeria cannot continue on a path of wastefulness, insensitivity, and misplaced priorities. Our citizens deserve leadership grounded in empathy, prudence, and accountability.

“Regardless of how bleak the situation may appear today, I firmly believe that a New Nigeria is not only necessary; it is POssible. -PO”