Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has promised to resuscitate the Ajaokuta Steel Company if elected Nigeria’s next president in 2023 general elections.

He said he would bring prosperity to all the three senatorial districts of Kogi, with the enormous resources endowed naturally by God.

Obi made the promise Tuesday in Lokoja, during the LP presidential rally in Lokoja, Kogi capital.

He expressed optimism that a functional Ajaokuta steel project, would bring about employment of millions of unemployed youth with economic prosperity, among others.

“Steel industry is very important to the development of the economy, therefore, we will liase with professionals and experts who know what to do with the Ajaokuta steel company immediately we are sworn in,” he said.

On security,  Obi promised that his administration would secure the country from criminals, save it from collapse and unite its citizens with a view to returning the country to one family it was known years back.

According to him, the LP government will ensure that the rule of law and human rights are rooted firmly in the country, a development where nobody will be oppressed. 

On the welfare of workers, the LP candidate promised Nigerians to synergise with state governments to clear arrears of their minimum wage and other emoluments to boost their morale and increase productivity. (NAN)