Peter Obi Pledges To Cut Government Spending, Scrap Costly Privileges If Elected President In 2027

Peter Obi Pledges to Cut Government Spending, Scrap Costly Privileges If Elected President in 2027 Presidential candidate of the New Democratic Congress NDC, Peter Obi, has promised to reduce the cost of governance, eliminate what he described as unnecessary political privileges and introduce major reforms if elected Nigeria’s president in 2027. Speaking during an interview, the former Anambra State governor said his administration would focus on cutting government waste and redirecting public resources towards critical areas such as healthcare, education and infrastructure. Mr Obi said he would review spending on presidential privileges, including the size and cost of the presidential fleet, arguing that government resources should be used to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians rather than maintain excessive official benefits. He also pledged to remove the separate government structure associated with the Office of the First Lady, arguing that the Nigerian Constitution provides for the election of a president and not a presidential couple. The NDC candidate said leaders must be willing to make sacrifices alongside citizens, stressing that public officials should demonstrate the same discipline expected from Nigerians during difficult economic periods. Obi, who previously governed Anambra State, said his proposed reforms would be aimed at reducing corruption, improving accountability and ensuring that government spending delivers greater value to citizens. The 2027 presidential race is expected to feature intense competition, with Obi seeking to build on the support base that emerged during his 2023 presidential campaign. Supporters of Obi have welcomed his focus on reducing government costs, while critics are expected to debate the practicality and wider implications of his proposed reforms.