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Peter Obi Highlights Moral Significance of Vatican Visit, Rejects Political Interpretation

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
By Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Published: May 19, 2025
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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 presidential race, has returned from a reflective visit to the Vatican, where he attended the inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV.

Speaking on Monday via X, Obi emphasized that his presence at the event was strictly non-political and should not be viewed through a political lens.

“I have just returned from the Vatican, and it was a deeply solemn and reflective visit,” Obi said. “My participation in the inauguration ceremony was in line with my previous witnessing of inaugurations, swearing-ins, and official ceremonies across the world – this was no exception.”

He underscored the spiritual weight of such occasions, noting, “Such occasions carry profound moral and spiritual significance. This was never a political event and should remain untouched by politics. Some moments are best reserved for quiet contemplation.”

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Obi clarified that he did not attend the Papal Audience, which is typically limited to heads of state and accredited diplomats, and thus did not meet Pope Francis personally. Instead, he urged Nigerians to focus on the Pope’s homily, which called for unity and a fight against poverty beyond societal divisions.

“The fight against corruption is the essential first step toward building societies where resources are directed to what truly matters – education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure,” Obi said. “These should be our major concern and the lasting message we carry home from the Vatican.”

The visit also featured a brief but notable meeting between Obi, President Bola Tinubu, and Dr. Kayode Fayemi during the ceremony, a moment widely shared on social media.

Obi concluded by urging Nigerian leaders to embrace the Pope’s call for justice, compassion, and national prosperity.

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TAGGED:Anti-CorruptionBola TinubuLabour PartyNigerian leadershipNigerian PoliticsPeter ObiPope Francis homilyPope Leo XIV inaugurationPoverty AlleviationVatican visit
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