
Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, has urged Nigerians to move beyond historical grievances in order to build a united nation. Speaking on Arise Television's Morning Show on Thursday, Obi responded to questions about the 1966 military coup, arguing that he should not be blamed for events that occurred when he was four years old. His comments come amid continuing debate over Nigeria's historical divisions.
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