….Promises Return Of IDPs, Inclusion For Persons With Disabilities
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, visited Jos, Plateau State, as part of his ongoing nationwide series of town hall meetings.
During the visit, Obi paid a courtesy call on the Gbong Gwom Jos, His Royal Majesty, Da Jacob Gyang Buba.
He briefed the monarch on the town hall meeting in Plateau State, which was convened to engage with the people and gain a deeper understanding of their most urgent concerns.
The monarch received him warmly, offered prayers and wise counsel, and expressed hopes for a successful programme.
He reaffirmed that traditional rulers serve as fathers to everyone and called for peace, mutual respect, and harmonious coexistence as the next elections draw near.
Following the visit to the palace, Obi proceeded to Rhythm 93.7 FM Jos, where he participated in an interview programme.
He discussed the challenges confronting Nigeria, as well as the plans he and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have developed to address the issues decisively when elected into office.
Obi also visited the section of Terminus Market that was destroyed by fire several months ago.
There, he spoke with business owners, traders, sellers, and buyers to learn firsthand how they were coping and rebuilding amid the prevailing economic conditions.
He assured them that, under his leadership, efforts would be made to ease the economic hardship he said the current administration’s policies have inflicted on Nigerians.
At the town hall meeting, participants raised several pressing concerns, including the worsening security situation in Plateau State, safeguarding the integrity of the vote, youth unemployment, and access to financing for small businesses.
One participant living with a disability also asked how the administration plans to support vulnerable groups and persons living with disabilities.
In response, Obi stressed that fulfilling his plans for Nigeria would first require securing the nation and uniting the people behind a shared purpose.
In particular, he assured the people of Plateau State that insecurity would be confronted decisively and citizens displaced by violence who are currently residing in IDP camps would be enabled to return safely to their communities.
To persons living with disabilities, he reaffirmed commitment to their care, inclusion, and wellbeing.
He said a nation’s true measure of compassion is found in the way it treats its most vulnerable citizens.
Obi also reiterated that he and Senator Kwankwaso are committed to making substantial investments in vital areas of development, especially healthcare and education, while lifting people out of poverty.
In conclusion, he recalled the time when Jos and Plateau State ranked among the foremost tourism destinations for Nigerians and visitors from around the world.
He reaffirmed determination to revive the state’s tourism potential and restore it to its rightful place of prominence.
