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Published on 2024-02-18 16:21:03
The Labour Party candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, has been declared as the political icon of the year 2023 by The Sun newspapers. This recognition was awarded to him by the renowned media outlet for his significant contributions to Nigeria. Despite Peter Obi’s inclination to decline awards during difficult times for Nigerians, he described the accolade as unique and truly acknowledging of his efforts.
Peter Obi expressed his gratitude on social media and dedicated the award to the impoverished Nigerians who are facing uncertainty about their next meal. He stated that even though he usually hesitates to accept awards in view of the challenges facing the nation, The Sun Award was unique in that it aimed to celebrate those making significant contributions in various ways to get the Nigeria of our dreams.
The former governor of Anambra State added that he had never received a better award than this recently because it is symbolic of his dedication to addressing the issues that affect the average Nigerian.
In response to the accolade, supporters of Peter Obi, known as the Obidients, took to the comment section on his social media post to celebrate their favorite politician. The comment section was filled with congratulatory messages and expressions of joy for the recognition of their beloved political leader.
The award drew particular attention to the fact that Peter Obi is the Labour Party’s flagbearer in the 2023 general election. The recognition came as a result of his continuous efforts to advocate for the less privileged in society and his dedication to improving the lives of the Nigerian people.
In addition to the political accolade, The Sun Awards recognized Peter Obi’s relentless pursuit to better the country and provide long-lasting solutions to the issues that plague the nation.
This award comes after Peter Obi’s visit to the family of the late Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar, who was tragically killed by kidnappers over the failure of her father to pay the ransom on time. The incident, which left many heartbroken, prompted Peter Obi to urge Nigerians to unite in the fight against insecurity in the country. He described the incident as heartbreaking and called for a united front to combat the rising insecurity in the country.
Overall, The Sun Awards affirm Peter Obi’s commitment to tackling the issues that affect Nigerians and improving the socio-economic situation in the country. His dedication to the less privileged and his unwavering efforts to address the challenges faced by the average Nigerian have been recognized and celebrated through this prestigious accolade.
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