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JUST IN: Peter Obi to take short break from public engagements on doctor’s advice

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has announced that he will be taking a brief break from public engagements following medical advice.

Obi made the disclosure on his official X handle on Saturday, explaining that he had not been feeling well while attending an event in Enugu.

“In obedience to the doctor’s advice, I will not be able to meet up with all my scheduled engagements within and outside the country this weekend.

“I sincerely apologise for any inconveniences this might cause and humbly plead for understanding,” he wrote.

The former Anambra State governor also highlighted his recent activities, including attending a tourism event in Enugu and visiting Good Hope Specialist Hospital, Isulo, in Orumba South LGA of Anambra State.

Obi said he contributed ₦10 million to support the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria in acquiring and revitalising the hospital.

“Yesterday, after speaking at a tourism event in Enugu, I travelled to Good Hope Specialist Hospital, Isulo, Orumba South LGA of Anambra State, which is being acquired by the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria, and made my initial modest contribution of ₦10 million to aid the Diocese’s acquisition and revitalisation of the hospital facility,” Obi said.

 

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2027: Peter Obi will destroy PDP – Wike

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned that the Peoples Democratic Party risks self-destruction if it attempts to bring back former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, into its fold.

Speaking during a media chat on Monday, Wike said the PDP had not learned from past mistakes that cost it dearly in the 2023 general elections.

He recalled that he and other party leaders had repeatedly cautioned against allowing both the presidential candidate and the national chairman to come from the North, a move he insisted was unjust and politically suicidal.

“From day one, I told my colleagues, PDP, you are shooting yourself. If you allow what is going on to continue, you’ll pay. And what did I say? You cannot have the presidential candidate at the same time as the national chairman of the party,” Wike said.

The former Rivers State governor accused the PDP of “stealing” both positions and ignoring calls for fairness and balance, a decision he argued contributed to the party’s loss at the polls.

“It is better now you have stolen the presidential ticket—and again stole the national chairman. I said it will purge you. And it really purged them. I have no regret for it,” he declared.

Wike insisted that the presidency must rotate back to the South to ensure equity and political stability.

According to him, the PDP’s arrogance and refusal to heed internal warnings have left the party weakened and vulnerable.

He also dismissed talks of Obi’s possible return to the PDP, describing the move as dangerous and hypocritical.

“To what? Bringing Obi to where? You want to kill the party? Obi that was abusing the party, saying it is rotten—so the party is now good enough for him? Ambition can make people even go to Satan’s house,” Wike said.

The minister stressed that such a decision would further erode the party’s credibility and destroy any remaining ideological foundation.

Wike maintained that he stood by his long-held position that equity, justice, and zoning remain the only viable path for the PDP to regain national relevance.

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Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal Reveals Peter Obi Won 2023 Presidential Election

by Nelson Ugwuagbo
written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has claimed that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, won the election.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Tonight on Monday, Lawal said the results available to him showed that President Bola Tinubu did not win the poll.

According to him, he and his team monitored the election, gathered data, and tracked results from polling units across the country, adding that some of those results were later altered.

“The facts I have show that Obi won the election,” he said.

When asked if Tinubu had done anything against him personally, Lawal accused the president of arrogance.

“He is arrogant. The guy has an arrogance that defies description. The problem with Bola Tinubu is that he thinks I’m the one who offended him. I didn’t offend him — he offended me. He is full of himself, and he thinks that because he is now the so-called president, that’s the end of the matter. I believe he didn’t win the election,” Lawal stated.

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N39 billion: Peter Obi condemns rehabilitation of ICC by Tinubu, Wike

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has condemned the renovation of the International Conference Centre in Abuja by President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

Obi said the use of N39 billion to renovate the facility can only be described as a misplaced priority by the government in power.

It was commissioned on Tuesday, June 10, by President Tinubu.

However, reacting to the renovation and commissioning of the project, Obi said the present administration has been working against the Nigerian masses to favour the rich.

According to the former governor of Anambra State, the rich are having the best time of their lives while the poor masses continue to die in droves.

He called on the Nigerian government at all levels to work towards investing in education rather than being wasteful with public funds.

He said, “FCTA could afford to claim that it renovated a structure that is in good shape with N39 billion.”

The N39 billion used to renovate the international conference centre would have been better used for issues that would benefit the school children who are in dire need of such investment.

“N39 billion would have been used to procure thousands and thousands of computers that would have benefited the schools because the children who are leaders would have benefited from it. They are the leaders of tomorrow.

He also condemned the fact that teachers across schools in the FCT have been on strike for over three months due to non-payment of salaries and welfare.

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Peter Obi Slams Blackmailers Over False Tinubu Meeting, 225 Billion Fidelity Debt Claims

by Nelson Ugwuagbo
written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, took to X this morning to debunk rumors alleging a secret meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Rome to discuss a supposed ₦225 billion Fidelity Bank debt crisis.

In a strongly worded post, Obi dismissed the claims as “falsehoods” spread by “blackmailers,” implicitly pointing fingers at Sahara Reporters and its publisher, Omoyele Sowore, who have been linked to the narrative on social media.

Obi clarified that his recent trip to Rome was solely to attend the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, not for any clandestine meeting with Tinubu. He also addressed the Fidelity Bank allegations, denying ownership of the institution and emphasizing that his involvement was limited to serving as a board member years ago.

“These lies are meant to distract and mislead Nigerians,” Obi wrote, urging the public to disregard the rumors and calling out those orchestrating the smear campaign.

The rumors, which surfaced on X and other platforms, claimed Obi was entangled in a ₦225 billion debt crisis tied to Fidelity Bank and had sought Tinubu’s intervention. Posts on X suggested Sahara Reporters, led by Sowore, amplified these claims, prompting Obi’s swift response.

The former Anambra State governor accused the perpetrators of using blackmail to tarnish his reputation and sow division among Nigerians.

This is not the first time Obi has faced such allegations. Since his 2023 presidential bid, he has been a frequent target of misinformation, often linked to his vocal critiques of the current administration.

His post today reiterated his commitment to transparency and urged Nigerians to focus on pressing national issues rather than fabricated controversies.

As of now, neither Sahara Reporters nor Sowore has issued a direct response to Obi’s accusations. The incident underscores the growing role of social media in shaping political narratives in Nigeria, where misinformation can spread rapidly. Obi’s supporters on X have rallied behind him, trending hashtags like #ObiFightsLies, while critics continue to fuel the debate.

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Poor JAMB results reflect Nigeria’s deteriorating education sector — Peter Obi

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the poor performance in the recently released Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, calling them a reflection of Nigeria’s deteriorating education system.

According to data from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), 1,955,069 candidates sat for the 2025 UTME. Of this number, only about 420,000 scored above 200, while over 1.5 million candidates failed to meet the 200-mark threshold — representing more than 78% of all candidates.

In a statement shared via his verified social media handle, Obi described the results as symptomatic of deep-rooted issues in the nation’s education sector, citing years of neglect and underinvestment.

“These results highlight the consequences of decades of underinvestment in education, a sector that should be central to our national development strategy,” Obi said.

He contrasted Nigeria’s education outcomes with those of other countries. While Nigeria’s total university enrollment stands at about two million students, Bangladesh’s National University alone enrolls over 3.4 million students, despite the country having only 75% of Nigeria’s population.

“Bangladesh, which once lagged behind Nigeria in virtually every measurable development index, now surpasses us in all key areas, including the Human Development Index (HDI),” he noted.

Obi also cited Turkey, with a population of around 87.7 million, and over seven million university students — more than three times Nigeria’s total.

Reaffirming his stance, Obi emphasized that education should not be viewed merely as a social service but as a strategic national investment.

“Education is the most critical driver of national development and the most powerful tool for lifting people out of poverty. If we are serious about building a prosperous, secure, and equitable Nigeria, we must invest aggressively in education at all levels,” he said.

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Dele Farotimi Reaffirms Support for Peter Obi Ahead of 2027 Presidential Election

by Nelson Ugwuagbo
written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Human rights lawyer and former spokesperson of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, Dele Farotimi, has restated his support for Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Farotimi, who was a vocal supporter of the former Anambra State governor during the 2023 polls, said he remains committed to backing Obi if he decides to contest again.

“If elections where our votes will count were held today, I would vote for Peter Gregory Obi, unless someone else comes into the race that I believe can do better,” he said.

He added that if the candidate lineup remains unchanged from the last election, Obi would remain his preferred choice.

“I hope he will be a little bolder with his policy platforms, but frankly speaking, in terms of capacity and integrity, there’s nobody else I will be supporting,” Farotimi stated.

He, however, noted that his support could change if Obi aligns with individuals he finds objectionable.

“Something drastic has to happen for me to decide I’m not supporting Peter Obi. He might team up with some objectionable persons that I cannot stomach, and that’s a real possibility. However, outside of that, there’s nobody else.”

Farotimi also expressed concern about the current state of Nigeria’s electoral process, saying discussions about future elections might be premature.

“I actually think our discussions of elections today are a disservice to ourselves because we really cannot speak in terms of an election in our current circumstances,” he said.

Farotimi attributed his continued support for Obi to a desire to see meaningful change in Nigeria’s leadership and governance.

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Court Frees Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Months After Detention

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The Magistrate Court in Apapa has freed the 17-year-old minor, Alabi Quadri, who went viral ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

Magistrate Adetola Olorunfemi freed him following the legal advise of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

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Democracy has strengthened, not collapsed, Presidency warns Peter Obi over divisive comment

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The Presidency has warned the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last election, Peter Obi, to watch his comments, saying that he should restrain himself from playing to the gallery.

Reacting to a statement credited to Mr Peter Obi that democracy has collapse in Nigeria, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a post on his verified X handle said democracy has strengthened in the last 26 years in the country.

Onanuga said, “I listened multiple times to former Governor Peter Obi’s statement where he claimed that democracy has collapsed in Nigeria. His hyperbolic remarks, suited for headlines, have been made without deep reflection and lack a solid logical foundation.

“How can a democracy that has strengthened over the past 26 years be said to have collapsed?” adding that “Only a discontented and disgruntled Peter, who benefits from the very free speech democracy provides, could perceive such a democratic downfall through his lens.”

Onanuga said “If democracy had indeed collapsed, as Peter claims, and we were living under a regime antithetical to democratic principles, he would not have been able to make his comments on Monday at Emeka Ihedioha’s colloquium. I will urge him to watch what he says and restrain himself from playing to the gallery.”

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2027: Peter Obi, Bauchi Gov in closed-door meeting

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi is in Bauchi State for a meeting with Governor Bala Mohammed.

He was received at the airport by the Deputy Governor Mohammed Auwal Jatau around 10:00am on Thursday before proceeding to the Government House where he is holding a private meeting with Mohammed.

Although the details of their discussion remain unknown, the meeting has raised speculations about possible political collaboration.

Details Shortly……

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