In response to statements made by Doyin Okupe, his former campaign director, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party in 2023, has released a statement. Okupe recently asserted that President Bola Tinubu was more competent than both Obi and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate for 2023, Atiku Abubakar.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
In his reaction, Obi made it clear that Okupe’s view is personal and does not trouble him.
Speaking in an interview on Arise TV, he underscored that the pressing issues facing Nigeria today are of far greater importance.
Obi questioned whether the prices of everyday commodities like garri and yam have decreased and if the government is effectively tackling corruption. He called on everyone to concentrate on addressing these genuine problems.
Obi expressed confidence in his qualifications to be the President of Nigeria. He affirmed that he possesses the necessary education, skills, and experience to be a distinguished candidate compared to others.
Obi pointed out the economic hardships that many Nigerians are experiencing. He questioned the effectiveness of the current administration in alleviating these difficulties.
Peter Obi said, “No, it didn’t hurt. It is a personal assessment; it is just personal to him. And like I said, for all these things that happen, I don’t want to make comments on them because what we are talking about now is the present position.
“Is garri cheaper? Is a tuber of yam cheaper? If it will make garri or yam cheaper, then it is fine with me.
“If it is going to help in managing the corruption we are passing through, fine with me. Let us stay with issues; we have a problem.
“I am fit to be president of Nigeria; I am competent. Put me in line with other people who are competing in terms of education, competence, and background; I can stand tall against them comfortably.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>