Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has publicly declared his commitment to serving only a single term in office should he be elected president of Nigeria. This decision, articulated during an interview on News Central TV, stems from his profound concern over the nation's deteriorating economic conditions and escalating insecurity, which he believes necessitate immediate and focused leadership to stabilize the country. Obi underscored the urgency of the situation, stating, "For stability, I won’t spend a day with a gun on my head longer than four years."

Obi further criticized the current administration, highlighting what he described as excessive borrowing within a mere two years, surpassing the cumulative borrowings of all previous governments. He lamented that in this short period, Nigeria has unfortunately devolved into one of the hungriest countries globally, pointing to a severe economic downturn under present leadership. His remarks indicate a strong conviction that a dedicated, singular term would allow for the drastic measures required to reverse these negative trends without the distractions of re-election campaigns.

The former Anambra State governor also expressed deep dissatisfaction with the government's response to the pervasive insecurity plaguing Nigeria. He condemned what he perceives as a stark disconnect between the country's leadership and the grim realities faced by its citizens on the ground. Obi emphasized his hands-on approach, declaring, "A president of Nigeria can stay in Abuja and two hundred people die in Jos or in Niger, or in Benue. I will go there. When you go to the theatre of war, you will know how to contribute." This statement underscores his belief in direct engagement with crisis zones to effectively address security challenges.

Furthermore, Obi extended his criticism to the government's handling of the agricultural sector, directly linking food insecurity to the insecurity prevalent in farming communities. He drew a stark contrast by noting, "Ukraine that is at war is donating grain to Nigeria." He deplored the government's strategy, stating, "Look at what happened to us with our farmers. Instead of intervening when there was a crisis, we went to import food. They killed all the farmers." This highlights his view that neglecting local farmers and resorting to food imports has exacerbated both food and economic crises in Nigeria.