Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has alleged that Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State and 2023 presidential candidate, was "packaged by the elite" to serve their interests and undermine Nigeria's political landscape.
In a recent statement, Sowore accused Obi of being a "fraud" and suggested that his rise to prominence was orchestrated by powerful political and economic elites to create a false sense of opposition. Sowore further claimed that Obi's popularity was manufactured to distract the public from the real issues facing the country.
"Peter Obi is not the change we need; he is a product of the same system that has kept Nigeria in a state of underdevelopment," Sowore asserted. "His emergence is a strategic move by the elite to maintain control over the political narrative and prevent genuine transformation."
The accusation has sparked a wave of reactions from various quarters, with supporters of Obi dismissing Sowore's claims as baseless and politically motivated. Obi's camp has yet to officially respond to Sowore's remarks.
This development adds to the growing tension within Nigeria's political opposition, as figures like Sowore and Obi continue to vie for influence and legitimacy in a rapidly evolving political landscape.
As the 2027 general elections approach, the dynamics between these two political figures are expected to play a significant role in shaping the future of Nigeria's democracy.
