{"id":127516,"date":"2024-08-11T12:18:57","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T11:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/endbadgovernance-they-gave-their-lives-peter-obi-mourns-victims"},"modified":"2024-08-11T13:23:18","modified_gmt":"2024-08-11T12:23:18","slug":"endbadgovernance-they-gave-their-lives-peter-obi-mourns-victims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/endbadgovernance-they-gave-their-lives-peter-obi-mourns-victims","title":{"rendered":"EndBadGovernance: They gave their lives \u2013 Peter Obi mourns victims"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi has mourned those who lost their in the just concluded #Endbadgovernance protests in the country.<\/p>\n<p>Extending heartfelt sympathies to the families who suffered losses in the struggle, Obi said the deceased gave their lives while advocating for better governance in the nation.<\/p>\n<p>In a post on his X handle on Sunday, the former Anambra State Governor said that addressing insecurity, fighting corruption, alleviating hardship, and combating poverty were urgent matters that required immediate attention.<\/p>\n<p>He, therefore, called on all leaders to take decisive action to resolve those critical issues.<\/p>\n<p>Obi said: \u201cWith the #Endbadgovernance protests officially concluded yesterday, I want to once again express my deepest condolences to all who have lost their lives, including the security personnel, during these protests.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese individuals gave their lives while advocating for better governance in our nation. I extend my heartfelt sympathies to all the families who have suffered losses in this struggle. We all share in your grief, as we work together for the betterment of our country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay we all find the strength to endure this irreplaceable loss. To those who are wounded and recovering in hospitals and at home, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you for a swift recovery. Your sacrifices for our nation\u2019s cause are deeply appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI also want to take this moment to urge all leaders to reflect on the cries of the suffering people and address their legitimate demands. It is crucial for us, the leaders, to urgently address the issues that sparked and fueled these protests.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAddressing insecurity, fighting corruption, alleviating hardship, and combating poverty are urgent matters that require immediate attention. I call on all leaders to take decisive action to resolve these critical issues.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay the deceased rest in peace, and may the injured recover fully and swiftly.<\/p>\n<p>A New Nigeria remains POssible. \u2013 PO\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About Nigeria Follow Africa-Press<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi has mourned those who lost their in the just concluded #Endbadgovernance protests in the country. 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