The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced plans to retire to Onitsha as a secondary school teacher to inspire students.
Obi made the statement on Friday while addressing final-year students of Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha, as part of activities to mark the International Day of Education.
The visit coincided with the school’s upcoming centenary celebration. According to Obi, education is the most important asset for achieving success in life.
Obi stated, “I was just passing by when I decided to mark the International Day of Education here with you. I told myself there was need for me to come here and speak to students.
“I also know that tomorrow will mark the 100 years of existence of this school, so I came to be with you.
“Education is the most important thing in your life. It is the most important capital, equipment that you need to be successful. That you are here is a sign that you’re already a success.
“I’m here to encourage you, you are acquiring the best and some of you are potential governors and presidents and you must take your education seriously.
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“In this school in 1970, I was at the gate here to salute General Gowon who visited, and joined other children to sing for him, but through education I was able to grow to the point where I sat with him on the same table and made decisions.
“I hope to retire to Onitsha someday, and take up a teaching job to inspire children,” Obi added.
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