The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to take an active role in protecting their votes during the 2027 general elections, insisting that citizens must not leave polling units immediately after casting their ballots.
Obi said every eligible voter should be prepared to stay behind and monitor the electoral process to ensure that votes are properly counted and recorded.
According to him, Nigerians must take responsibility for the country’s democratic future rather than leave the protection of their votes entirely in the hands of politicians and party agents.
The former Anambra State governor stressed that citizens must remain vigilant and ensure that the right thing is done during the election, warning that the country cannot continue on a path of declining development.
He made the remarks while addressing Nigerians during a Global Digital Town Hall meeting, where he discussed voter mobilisation, electoral transparency and strategies for protecting votes ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Obi also encouraged supporters to mobilise voters and ensure adequate representation at polling units, emphasising that the credibility of an election depends partly on citizens’ willingness to participate beyond simply casting their ballots.
He maintained that Nigerians must be determined to defend their votes through the counting and recording stages of the electoral process.
His comments come amid growing political activities and preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections, with electoral credibility and vote protection becoming major issues in the country’s political discussions.
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