Nigeria: Nigerian Presidential Hopeful Peter Obi Did Not Say He Would Visit Every Secondary School If Elected

Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has not pledged to visit every secondary school across the nation if he secures the presidency in the upcoming 2027 general elections. This assertion, widely shared on social media, misrepresents his statements made during a gubernatorial event in Anambra state, southwestern Nigeria. On 4 August 2026, Peter Obi, while discussing the significance of political leaders visiting schools, stated that he had visited every secondary school in Anambra during his tenure as governor.

However, he never expressed a plan to visit every secondary school in Nigeria if elected to the top office. Despite the widespread circulation of clips from the event showing Obi making such a pledge, the full video and subsequent review by Africa Check confirmed the absence of such a promise. Obi has subsequently shared photographs from the event on his verified X account, but no similar claims were made or attributed to him there.

Additionally, no credible Nigerian media outlets have reported Obi making this statement. The proliferation of fabricated or altered quotes can mislead voters regarding candidates' promises and positions. As the 2027 election approaches, vigilance is necessary to ensure accurate information reaches the electorate.