Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has explained why he refused to commission or name any public projects after himself during his tenure—calling such acts “irrelevant” and “self-serving.”
Peter Obi made this known while reacting to the recent controversy over the renaming of Charly Boy Bus Stop in Lagos to “Olamide Baddo Bus Stop” by the Bariga LCDA, a decision that triggered widespread backlash and concerns about erasing cultural identity.
In a conversation with veteran entertainer and activist Charly Boy, Obi said:
“To me, it is totally irrelevant when you have millions of people who don’t know where their next meal will come from.”
He seized the opportunity to highlight his principles while in office, stating that he deliberately avoided any form of personal glorification.
“As governor, I refused to let streets, buildings or anything be named after me. I built a facility in the hospital, and the proprietor wanted to name it after me or my mother, but I declined.”
Peter Obi also revealed that his refusal to commission projects or publicize achievements has led to a public misconception that he didn’t do much while in office.
“That’s why people say I didn’t do much. I didn’t even commission anything. Whatever I did was with public money, so I didn’t see the relevance of putting my name on them. Even when I become President, my name is not going to be on any of the facilities. All I want is for the facility to function.”
His comments have resonated with many Nigerians who view him as a symbol of humility and accountability in governance.
