The National Publicity Secretary of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Osa Director, has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future under the leadership of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, declaring that “hope is on the way.”
Director made the statement while reacting to comments by the party’s vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, who promised that an NDC-led government would take steps to reduce fuel prices if elected in the 2027 general election.
Kwankwaso had criticised the high cost of energy in Nigeria, saying the party would consider various measures, including the reintroduction of fuel subsidies, to make petroleum products more affordable.
Speaking on Thursday, the former Kano State governor said the party believed the current cost of energy was too high and pledged to explore available options to address the situation.
“Our collective position now is that the price of energy in this country is too high,” Kwankwaso said.
“We are going to do whatever is necessary to ensure that the price of fuel in this country is taken back, including doing whatever we can, including the subsidy.”
Reacting in a post on his X account, Director expressed confidence that Obi’s leadership would bring positive changes to the country.
“Hope is on the way, President Obi is coming. Nigeria shall be OK. A new Nigeria is possible; we can do it,” he wrote.
The remarks come as political parties begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with economic hardship, rising living costs and fuel prices expected to feature prominently in campaign discussions.
The NDC’s pledge to reduce fuel prices through possible subsidy measures signals its intention to make energy affordability a key part of its economic agenda.
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