The vice presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Datti Baba-Ahmed has appealed to Nigerians not to allow scarcity of new naira notes to deter them from voting in the presidential election on February 25, stating that Nigeria is facing existential threat.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Datti said Nigerians must not relent but that they should come out and vote against all odds to end the circle of the challenges and sufferings in the country.
He called on Nigerians to hold his presidential candidate Peter Obi and himself responsible if they fail to move Nigeria from consumption to a productive economy.
Datti said that they should also hold them accountable if they fail to build a 21st century economy propelled by technology.
He said that they would bear the full responsibility if they fail to build the required human capital and skills for the 21st century economy.
“Hold us responsible, if we fail to cut waste in government or drastically fight corruption which has permeated every segment and sector of our national life.
“We make these promises because of what we are offering Nigerians; leadership with character, competence, knowledge and compassion.
“Next Saturday, Nigerians will be expected to make the most important decision in the history of the country, a decision that will determine and shape the future of Nigeria because the country is facing existential threat.
“The past eight years have witnessed the most lamentable failures in terms of promises made for change.
“Even if you are angry with the country and the leadership because of the sufferings you are going through, take your anger to the polls and vote out those who have impoverished you through bad governance.
“The good news is the arrival of LP and its most admired, remarkable and inspirational leader, Peter Obi who has changed the dynamics of Nigerian politics for good.
“He has mobilised Nigerians, giving them hope to believe that a new Nigeria devoid of bad leadership, insecurity and corruption is possible.
“Also possible, is a country propelled by good governance and production to significantly improve the general well-being of the vast majority of Nigerians and guarantee their security and prosperity,” Datti said.
He added that these Nigerians, the ‘Obidients’ have shown courage and desire to take back their country.
According to him, they care very little about religion or ethnicity but a country that is inclusive, united and works for all.
He said that their supporters invested in energy and emotions because they could see their sincerity and commitment.
“This is the stark difference between us and others and why we call on all Nigerians to troop out next Saturday and vote for LP.
“A vote for LP is a vote for a secure and progressive nation; it is a vote for unity, and an appreciation that our diversity is a major strength which we must promote to our advantage,” Datti said and called on all Nigerians of goodwill, who care about the youths, to come out en-masse and vote Labour Party.
