By Perpetua Onuegbu
Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, Sen. Nenadi Usman says patriotism is no longer passive admiration but active participation of citizens who want to see a credible electoral process evolve.
Nenadi said this on Tuesday at a Book presentation in Abuja titled “Obi: The Political Change Agent” written by a journalist,Ike Abonyi.
According to her, the book is a timely literary work chronicling not only the political journey of one man, but the awakening of a nation’s democratic consciousness.
She said in every generation, there arises a voice that does not merely echo the frustrations of the people but dares to chart a new path for them.
Nenadi stated that Obi, had become such a voice adding that the book, told a story far beyond politics.
“I urge us not to see this book as the conclusion of an episode, but the preface to a new national dialogue.
“It challenges us to rethink the meaning of leadership, the role of political parties, and the place of the ordinary citizen in shaping extraordinary change.
“It reminds us that patriotism is no longer passive admiration but active participation. In every generation, there arises a voice that does not merely echo the frustrations of the people but dares to chart a new path for them.”
The acting Chairman of LP said the was the story of accountability against impunity, simplicity against flamboyance, principle against expediency and prudence against financial recklessness.
“The 250-page book we celebrate today does not only examine Peter Obi’s public service but invites us to consider the bigger picture, the inevitability of a New Nigeria.
“Through 26 illuminating chapters, we are taken on a journey of disruption, reform, resistance, and rebirth. From the echoes of 1999’s democratic rebirth to the turbulence of the 2023 general elections.
“The book explores not just the man but, the Obidient Movement which has become an emblem of youth political awakening and civic courage,” she said.
Nenadi therefore commended the author Ike Abonyi for the book making particular reference to chapters on electoral intrigue, media battles, identify politics and ideological tenacity.(NAN)
