Obi Embarks On US Appreciation Tour, Showcasing Commitment To Diaspora Engagement

THE NEWSHAUS – October 25, 2023 – Mr. Peter Obi, Labour Party leader and former presidential candidate, has embarked on a three-day, three-city tour of the United States in a historic move aimed at ushering in a new era of political engagement.

Mr. Obi’s trip, which begins today in Houston, will take him to Los Angeles and Atlanta before ending on October 26th.

This tour concludes Mr. Obi’s extensive North American appreciation tour, which included stops in Canada, Boston, New York City, New Jersey, and other US locations.

This commitment to engaging with Nigerians abroad echoes his promise during the 2023 election campaign to actively involve the Diaspora in nation-building activities.

Mr. Obi’s tour represents a departure from traditional political engagement models, in which politicians frequently only interact with voters during election cycles, ignoring them afterward.

Mr. Obi hopes to set a new standard for engagement with the Diaspora through this appreciation tour, emphasising ongoing dialogue and gratitude for their support.

The tour’s interactive format will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to directly engage with Mr. Obi, asking questions and receiving answers about his vision for a “New Nigeria.”

His presentations will delve into his mission for a better future, addressing the nation’s current state, proposing solutions, and inspiring optimism.

“I remain deeply grateful for the unwavering moral and material support and trust that Nigerians have shown me both at home and abroad,” Mr. Obi stated.

“This tour demonstrates my commitment to engaging with the Diaspora and creating a new Nigeria together.”

The tour is expected to draw large crowds of Nigerians in the United States eager to interact with Mr. Obi and learn about his vision for Nigeria’s future.

With the events centred on interactive dialogue, it promises to be an important platform for strengthening ties between the diaspora and their homeland.

Political analysts see this tour as an important step towards a more sustainable and inclusive political engagement model.

Professor Amina Babatunde, a political science expert at the University of Lagos, stated that “Mr. Obi’s tour represents a shift in political engagement, moving beyond the transactional approach of campaigns and towards a more holistic and continuous dialogue with voters.”

The tour is expected to generate significant buzz among Nigerian Diaspora members, providing a forum for discussion of key issues affecting Nigeria and its citizens living abroad.

Many Nigerians in the United States are hoping that Mr. Obi’s tour will spark a new era of political engagement characterised by transparency, accountability, and ongoing dialogue between political leaders and the people they serve.

The tour will continue in Los Angeles on October 26th, followed by Atlanta on October 27th. The events are expected to include interactive Q&A sessions, panel discussions with notable Nigerians in the Diaspora, and cultural performances.

Mr. Obi’s US Appreciation Tour is being closely watched by political analysts and Nigerian citizens alike, as it represents a significant step towards strengthening ties between the Nigerian Diaspora and the country’s future.