January 02, (THEWILL) – Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to former military president, Ibrahim Babangida, at his residence in Minna, Niger State.

Sharing photos from the visit on his official X handle, the former Anambra State governor said, “From Jigawa State, I travelled to Minna, Niger State to pay a visit to a father figure, elder statesman and leader, the former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, at his residence in Minna, Niger State.

“The visit was an opportunity to wish him a happy New Year and to exchange thoughts on national issues.”

Obi emphasised the value of Babangida’s perspectives, stating, “General Babangida’s wisdom and perspectives remain very important, and I always deeply appreciate the chance to visit him and listen to his invaluable advice and words of wisdom.”