The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticized the Presidency for allegedly attempting to discredit him comparing him with one of the United States presidential candidate, Donald Trump.
Through his Media Office, Obi described these efforts as “futile” and “desperate” in a statement titled: “Why desperate OBI traducers are kissing the dust?” signed by his Spokesman, Ibrahim Umar.
According to Umar, “For these traducers, it would be a huge omission for a day to pass without finding something to negatively link Obi within the media space… he is being wickedly accused of sponsoring violence or twisting his public appearances.”
Umar specifically addressed the Presidency’s comparison of Obi to Donald Trump, calling it “laughable” and “facetious.”
“We are very much aware of the motive behind these ridiculous comparisons, which is their uncanny way of currying favour so undeserved from the Democrats.”
He argued that such comparisons only highlight the incumbent administration’s weaknesses and inability to address the nation’s problems.
He said, “Nigerians are not so gullible to be fooled by such empty propaganda.”
Umar emphasized Obi’s commitment to transparency, morality, and people-focused policies, stating, “Obi remains a man who has not only become the conscience of the people but also their hope for a new and egalitarian Democracy.”
He urged Nigerians, especially Obi’s supporters, to remain focused on their aspiration for a better Nigeria.
He added, “POMR wishes to plead with Nigerians… to remain undistracted in their aspiration and desire to see a new Nigeria that is POssible.”