Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the country’s electricity situation, referencing a campaign promise made ahead of the last general election.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Obi recalled Tinubu’s pledge during the 2023 campaign that Nigerians should not re-elect him if he failed to deliver stable electricity within four years.
According to Obi, recent developments suggest the country is moving in the opposite direction. He noted that Nigeria’s power generation, which stood at over 4,000 megawatts in 2023, has not significantly improved, while electricity tariffs have increased.
He also highlighted concerns about Nigeria’s electricity consumption, describing it as one of the lowest globally. Comparing figures, Obi said Africa’s average per capita electricity consumption stands at about 617kWh, while Nigeria’s is around 144kWh.
The former Anambra State governor also referenced Tinubu’s recent visit to Jos, where the president met victims of the Plateau attacks during a brief stop at the airport.
According to Obi, Tinubu’s comment about the lack of electricity at the airport, and his decision to limit his stay reflects the broader challenges Nigerians face daily.
“You have no light here, I fly out in ten minutes,” the president was quoted as saying during the visit.
Obi argued that the situation highlights a disconnect between campaign promises and current realities, urging Nigerians to hold leaders accountable for their commitments.
He further called for a shift towards leadership that prioritises capacity, compassion, and the welfare of citizens, insisting that the country deserves better.
