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Labour Party presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi said on Tuesday that the decision of some Nigerians to remain quiet in the face of many challenges has made things worse in the country.
The candidate, however, praised Ondo State Governor Mr Rotimi Akeredolu, saying he represents what Nigerians desire at this present time.
Obi described Governor Akeredolu as a leader who speaks the truth at all times no matter the consequences.
The LP presidential candidate spoke during a condolence visit to the governor at the Presidential Lodge, Government House, Alagbaka, Akure.
Obi, who said things are going wrong in the country because people choose to keep quiet, commended the Ondo governor for speaking up for the people.
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He charged Governor Akeredolu to continue to take every necessary step to protect his people, adding that the Governor is doing the right thing.
“I urge you to continue in that direction. You represent one of those things Nigerians desire, ability to speak the truth no matter the consequences,” Obi said.
“What is lacking in Nigeria is that we choose to keep quiet when things are going wrong. You have a man here who always speaks when things are going wrong, and I urge you to continue,” he added.
He supported Governor Akeredolu on his move to arm the Amotekun Corps, saying the governor must continue to do his best to defend his people.
“Arm those special security people. Take every step to protect your people. It is important and it is your duty. I’m happy that you are speaking out always when necessary. May God Almighty continue to be with you and bless all of you,” he added.
Obi condoled the governor on the demise of his mother, Lady Evangelist Grace Akeredolu, JP, praying God to grant her eternal rest.
In his response, Governor Akeredolu appreciated Obi and his entourage for finding time to visit him.
Akeredolu, who said what happened on June 5 at St Francis Catholic Church, Owo was horrendous, also described the sad incident as unexpected and uncommon, especially in the Southern part of the country.
On the death of his mother, the Governor said she would surely be missed even though she left at the ripe age of 90 years.
He expressed joy that all her late mother’s children survived her, saying she would be given a glorious and befitting burial.
