Peter Obi lauds Kemi Badenoch, calls out Nigeria’s ‘Old Guard’

In the wake of Kemi Badenoch‘s rise to the top as the leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi is challenging Nigeria’s leadership landscape to take a bold new direction.

Obi took to social media to commend Kemi Badenoch for her historic achievement, which he views as a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s youth.

“Her success is a powerful testament to the global potential of Nigerian and African youth,” he noted, emphasizing the urgency of moving beyond “outdated traditions of tribalism, religious bias, and the ‘my turn’ syndrome.”

The former Anambra governor sees Badenoch’s milestone as a much-needed “wake-up call” for Nigeria, highlighting the stark contrast between the UK’s openness to young, capable leaders and Nigeria’s tendency to sideline them.

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“It is time to move past outdated traditions of tribalism, religious bias, and the “my turn” syndrome and foster an environment that values competence, capacity, integrity, fresh perspectives, and forward-thinking leadership.

“Embracing a new generation of leaders can pave the way for a better future for Nigeria and Africa.”

In his message, Obi urged Nigerians to push for leadership that prioritizes “competence, capacity, integrity, and forward-thinking perspectives” over entrenched interests.

For Obi, the victory of Kemi Badenoch underscores Nigeria’s untapped potential, revealing how younger, visionary leaders could reshape the country if given the chance. His call for an end to the “old guard” blocking fresh talent resonates with Nigerians frustrated by the country’s stagnant political system.

With this inspirational example from across the globe, Obi envisions a “New Nigeria”—one that welcomes youthful innovation and leaves behind the divisive politics of the past. Could this be the spark that ignites a new wave of change in Nigeria’s political landscape?