By Ayomide Otitoju
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was conferred with Honorary Citizenship of Georgia during a series of engagements marking Black Congressional Week in Washington, D.C.
The week’s activities featured a reception hosted by U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock at the Senate Kennedy Caucus Room. Senator Warnock, a strong advocate for Africa’s development, underscored the importance of democracy and governance on the continent.
Obi also participated in an engagement hosted by Georgia Power, the state’s largest independent power company, where he met with CEO Kim Clark for discussions on energy and development opportunities.
At the One Voice Africa event, dedicated to defending the dignity of Black immigrants, Obi urged greater commitment to good governance in Africa, stressing that the continent’s vast potential depends on visionary leadership.
The highlight of the week was the conferment of Honorary Citizenship of Georgia on Obi by state authorities, a gesture he described as symbolic and inspiring. Reflecting on the recognition, Obi said the events offered him an opportunity to learn, serve, and renew his commitment to building “a new Nigeria that is truly possible.”
