Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has made a startling claim that there are more "yahoo people" in government than on the streets. Speaking at Nexford University's 4th graduation ceremony, Obi described Nigeria as a "crime scene" and emphasized the urgent need for quality leadership to address the country's challenges.

Obi urged graduates to become catalysts for positive change in their communities, stressing that creating a better society requires strong moral values and the courage to do the right thing. He also highlighted the importance of character and integrity in leadership, noting that the country's problems are largely due to a lack of these values.

As a former governor of Anambra State, Obi has a track record of promoting good governance and transparency. During his tenure, he implemented various initiatives to improve education, healthcare, and infrastructure in the state . His comments on the need for quality leadership and integrity in government resonate with his past actions and policies.