
Tinubu’s aide criticises Peter Obi after ADC exit
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, has called Peter Obi a "political nomad" after his reported departure from the African Democratic Congress. Onanuga dismissed Obi’s reasons for leaving the party, calling them self-serving and illogical. Obi stated that his exit was due to internal crises and a toxic political climate, not personal issues with party leaders like David Mark or Atiku Abubakar. Onanuga accused Obi of avoiding tough political contests and pursuing the "easy road."
Key takeaways
- Bayo Onanuga criticised Peter Obi for leaving the ADC, calling him a political nomad.
- Obi said he left due to internal crises and toxic politics, not because of any personal grievances with leaders such as David Mark or Atiku Abubakar.
- Onanuga dismissed Obi’s explanation as self-serving and urged supporters to ignore his statement.
- He accused Obi of avoiding competition for the party ticket against figures like Atiku and Rotimi Amaechi.
- Onanuga claimed Obi always blames the government and avoids self-reflection.