Our Reporter, Abuja
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has been conferred with Honorary Citizenship of the State of Georgia, United States, in recognition of his contributions to leadership and governance.
Obi announced the honour on Friday, September 25, after participating in a series of events marking the Black Congressional Week in Washington, DC, with a special focus on Georgia State engagements.
The former Anambra State governor revealed that his day began with the Congressional Black Caucus Week Reception at the U.S. Senate Kennedy Caucus Room. The event, hosted by U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock, provided a platform for discussions on democracy and development in Africa. According to Obi, Senator Warnock, described as a strong advocate for Africa’s progress, urged him to share insights on the continent’s democratic and developmental challenges.
Obi also attended an engagement hosted by Georgia Power, the largest independent power company in Georgia, where he held talks with the company’s CEO, Ms. Kim Clark. He described the discussions as “deeply insightful,” particularly in the context of Nigeria’s energy needs and the role of sustainable power in national development.
At the One Voice Africa event, organised by a coalition committed to defending the dignity of Black immigrants, Obi called for greater diaspora involvement in promoting good governance across Africa. He stressed that Africa’s immense potential could only be harnessed under visionary and responsible leadership.
The highlight of the day, however, was the conferment of Honorary Citizenship of Georgia on Obi by the State of Georgia. He described the recognition as both humbling and inspiring, adding that the experience reinforced his commitment to building “a new Nigeria that is truly possible.”
Obi has been on a three-day trip to the United States, covering Atlanta, Washington, and Chicago, where he has continued to engage stakeholders on issues of governance, democracy, and Africa’s development.
