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The personal particulars and academic credentials filed by former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election show a complete record of his educational history from primary school to university, while the section designated for past work experience was left blank.
The nomination papers were officially published on Saturday, August 1, 2026, by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in accordance with its revised timetable for the 2027 General Election.
Unlike some candidates who provided only tertiary qualifications, Obi’s Form EC9 submission outlines a complete, step-by-step record of his academic progression:
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Primary Education: Attended St. Augustine’s Primary School in Anambra State, completing his primary education in 1973.
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Secondary Education: Enrolled at Christ the King College (CKC), Onitsha, where he obtained his West African School Certificate (WASC) in 1978.
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University Degree: Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Philosophy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) in 1984, earning Second Class Honours (Lower Division).
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National Youth Service: Attached copy of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate, confirming he completed the mandatory service year between May 1985 and March 1986.
Obi’s personal particulars section contains the following key disclosures:
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Personal Data: Stated his date of birth as July 19, 1961, in Onitsha, Anambra State, and listed his current occupation as “Public Servant”.
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Work Experience Field: The section on the EC9 form designated for detailing previous employment history was left blank.
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Affidavit Declaration: Formally declared under oath that he has never been dismissed from public service.
The publication of nomination documents opens the formal statutory window for public inspection ahead of the polls:
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Public Verification: Under Section 33 of the Electoral Act, any citizen who suspects that false information or forged documents were submitted in a candidate’s affidavit is legally empowered to challenge the filing in court.
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Key Dates: INEC published candidate credentials on August 1, 2026, ahead of the presidential election scheduled for January 16, 2027, with official campaigns slated to kick off later in August.
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