‘Direct your gifts to poor Nigerians’ – Obi makes 63rd birthday wish public

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Peter Obi, the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), in the 2023 general election, who celebrate his 63rd birthday on Friday, has made public how he wants his well-wishers to help him celebrate.

Obi said in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, implored all well-wishers planning to give him gifts or hold events in his honour to direct such resources to the poor and the needy in the society.

The LP standard bearer expressed his wish to have a solemn celebration as usual especially now that the ranks of the poor and the needy were increasing by the day.

Obi said, “On Friday, July 19th, I will be celebrating my 63rd birthday. As usual, it is a time for personal reflection and thanksgiving to Almighty God, who has graciously granted me life, good health, and the opportunity to contribute to the betterment of humanity.

“I am humbled by the numerous well-wishers, both locally and internationally, who have already begun sending birthday wishes and organizing events in my honour.

“My appeal to my well-wishers and supporters, particularly in Nigeria and Africa, is to use this occasion to fervently pray for our nation and respective countries.

“ Let us present ourselves, as political leaders, to God, so that He may touch our hearts to make sacrifices, utilize public resources for the greater good, and prioritize the needs of the poor and marginalized. Let us also provide better opportunities for our youth to thrive.

To those organizing events and spending funds in celebration of my birthday, I kindly request that you redirect those resources towards supporting the needy, particularly those in hospitals and schools.

“Your contributions can help pay medical bills and school fees for the less privileged.

“I also appeal that all gifts intended for my birthday be donated to care homes, schools, and hospitals, which will greatly benefit from your generosity.

“ I have therefore personally, redirected the resources I would have used for celebrations towards supporting critical areas such as health, education, and poverty alleviation.

I firmly believe that through these sacrifices, God Almighty will grant your heartfelt wishes for me and answer our prayers.

“Thank you for your kind thoughts and prayers. I urge you all to remain faithful to Nigeria, our beloved country, and your respective nations.

“May God Almighty protect, bless, and prosper you and your families, and may He bless our dear nation. “

 

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