NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi and former CAN President, Papa Ayo Oritsejafor
Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has continued his nationwide engagement ahead of the 2027 general election with a series of visits across Delta State, where he celebrated with Christian leader, Papa Ayo Oritsejafor, paid a condolence visit to the family of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, met traders at Ughelli Market and attended a Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference.
Obi disclosed the details of his engagements in a post shared on his official X account on Saturday, saying the visits followed a town hall meeting he held in Lagos State a day earlier.
According to him, one of his first stops in Warri was the residence of former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Founder of Word of Life Bible Church, Papa Ayo Oritsejafor, where he joined family members and friends to celebrate the cleric’s birthday.
“It was a privilege to share in this special occasion. I congratulate Papa on his birthday and pray that God will bless him with many more productive years in His service,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor also visited the family of the late former Delta State governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, to express his condolences over his death.
Obi described Uduaghan’s passing as a painful personal loss, recalling the cordial relationship they maintained while serving as governors of neighbouring states.
“Dr Uduaghan’s passing remains a deeply painful personal loss. In my conversation with the family, I reflected on the years when we served as governors of neighbouring states and the warm relationship we sustained until his death,” he stated.
He added, “We pray that God Almighty, who has called him to eternal rest at this time, will forgive his shortcomings, grant him everlasting peace, and strengthen his family and all of us who mourn him to endure this irreparable loss.”
During his road trip from Warri to Asaba, Obi made a brief stop at Ughelli Market, where he interacted with traders who complained about the current economic challenges affecting their businesses.
Responding to their concerns, Obi assured them that his administration would prioritise policies aimed at easing the hardship faced by Nigerians.
“I assured them that we remain committed to implementing policies that will lower the cost of living, strengthen small businesses, and lift our people out of poverty,” he said.
The NDC presidential candidate later attended the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference in Ubulu-Uku, where he called on Christians to continue praying for leaders to govern with integrity and accountability.
“I urged the worshippers to continue praying for those of us in public office so that we will consistently apply public resources to the public good,” Obi stated.
He also restated the priorities of his administration if elected, saying, “I also reaffirmed Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s and my commitment to uniting the country, decisively confronting insecurity and corruption, investing in essential areas of development, especially healthcare and education, supporting small businesses, and addressing poverty with determination.”
Obi appreciated the party’s governorship candidate in Delta State, Deacon Chris Iyovwaye, the senatorial candidate, Hon. Victor Ochei, and other party members for their support during the visit.
He also thanked the people of Delta State for what he described as their warm reception and hospitality, ending his message with his familiar campaign slogan: “A New Nigeria is Possible, and Nigeria will be OK!”
Peter Obi has continued to embark on consultations, town hall meetings and grassroots engagements across the country as political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general election.
