Omokri warns Atiku against choosing Obi as running mate
Reno Omokri, Nigerian Ambassador-designate to Mexico, has cautioned that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar could lose support in Adamawa State if he selects Peter Obi as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election. Omokri shared his concerns in response to comments by media entrepreneur Dele Momodu about the potential strength of an Atiku–Obi ticket. He argued that such a choice could alienate voters in Northern Nigeria due to religious and historical factors. Omokri also referenced past incidents that may have affected Obi’s reputation in the North.
Key takeaways
- Reno Omokri warned that picking Peter Obi as running mate could cost Atiku Abubakar political support in Adamawa State.
- Omokri responded to Dele Momodu’s suggestion that an Atiku–Obi ticket could defeat President Bola Tinubu.
- He argued that voters in the North are influenced by religion and historical experiences, which could make Obi a political liability.
- Omokri cited lingering resentment in Adamawa over Obi’s response to the 2021 killing of Ahmed Gulak and a 2022 incident involving Harira Jubril and her children.
- He emphasized that political leaders should be mindful of regional sensitivities in Nigeria’s diverse society.
