If elected President of the Labour Party in 2023, Peter Obi has promised to put an end to incessant strikes in universities.
Obi, who visited Taraba state on Wednesday to court voters ahead of the presidential election, said students across the country do not deserve the time squandered by previous and current governments.
He also stated that the incessant strikes by lecturers across universities would become a thing of the past, and that their welfare would be prioritized.
"The 50-month ASUU strike in Nigeria since 1999 has been a disaster against actualizing a productive Nation through intellects," he claims.
"What Datti and I want to do for Nigeria is ensure that we transition from consumption to production and that there is no more ASUU Strike."
“The 50 months ASUU strike in Nigeria is a setback for both the development of Nigeria and our Educational system.“
Obi also promised to make Taraba state a hub for economic activities in order to pave way for more jobs to the youth.
He said, “I will make Taraba an economic hub and a tourist center for Nigeria.
“The untapped mineral resources here and the Mambila hydro station is enough to transform the economy of the country and create job opportunities for Nigerian youth.
“The insecurity is persisting in the country due to lack of job opportunities. I will bring Nigeria to her days greatness and make the citizens smile.”
The state chairperson of LP, Esther Gulmu, and governorship candidate of the party, Joel Ikenya in their remarks assured that Obi means well and urged citizens of the state to vote for Labour Party and its candidates during the elections.
Obi also payed homage to the Aku-Uka of Wukari, HRM. Manu Ishaku Adda Ali Amatakitswen and the Emir of Muri, Alhaji Abbas Tafida.