Peter Obi Condemns Ethnic Profiling

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress, has strongly condemned ethnic profiling in Nigeria, urging citizens not to associate crime with any particular ethnic group. He highlighted his own experience as an Igbo man facing stereotypes and expressed sympathy for ordinary Fulani people who are unfairly judged. Obi emphasized that crime has no ethnicity and that criminals should be prosecuted individually, not as representatives of an entire group. He referenced Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy on judging individuals by character and called for a new Nigeria where citizens are not condemned based on tribe, religion, or birthplace. Additionally, Obi defended Pastor Enoch Adeboye, describing him as a symbol of peace and unity, and cautioned Nigerian youths against ethnic and religious divisions in political narratives, especially ahead of the 2027 elections. He urged young Nigerians to focus on national rebuilding and resist manipulation by political actors exploiting divisions.