Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has endorsed the candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, for the 2027 presidential election, citing the former Anambra State governor’s leadership qualities and competence. The former minister used the interview to criticise Nigeria’s political class for failing to address what she described as the country’s deep structural problems. According to her, Nigerians must reject the idea that the country’s current condition is their permanent destiny and demand better political leadership. ‘Nigeria needs a shared vision’Mrs Ezekwesili said the country needs a serious national conversation about its identity, values and direction. She acknowledged the difficulty of sustaining reform gains once political leadership changes.