The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed delight over the appointment of Mrs Margaret Obi as a High Court Judge in England and Wales.
In a post shared on his verified X handle on Friday, the former governor of Anambra State hailed the elevation as historic, noting that Mrs Obi has become the first African-born person to be appointed to the High Court in England and Wales.
He wrote: “I warmly congratulate Mrs Margaret Obi on her well-deserved appointment as a High Court Judge in England and Wales.
“By the elevation, Mrs Obi makes history as the first African-born High Court Judge in England and Wales.
“Her remarkable journey from solicitor to the Bench, with over 27 years of legal practice and seven years of judicial service, stands as a testament to hard work, integrity, and professional excellence.”
Obi further clarified that, despite the similarity in their names, Mrs Margaret Obi is not his wife.
He explained: “Due to the similarity in name, Mrs Obi is often mistaken for my wife, but for clarity, she is not. It’s also necessary to note that my wife, from inception, officially identifies herself as Mrs Margaret Peter-Obi.”
The former Anambra governor added that Mrs Obi’s achievement underscores the excellence and potential of Nigerians making global strides, urging the nation to create an environment where such success can also thrive at home.
“Her achievement once again highlights the outstanding potential of Nigerians who continue to excel globally when given the right environment to thrive. We are challenged by the remarkable attainments of Nigerians in other climes to build a nation that fosters such excellence within our own borders,” he stated.