
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has stated that Nigeria's failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup is due to poor leadership and weak institutions. He made these comments in a statement on July 5, 2026, while also congratulating the African nations participating in the tournament.
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