Legal practitioner E.P. Aninze Esq. has weighed in on recent political comments attributed to Labour Party’s 2023 vice-presidential candidate, Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, following his remarks about how he became Peter Obi’s running mate.
In a detailed public commentary, Aninze described Datti’s statement as “careless,” arguing that the interpretation of his comments on national television had sparked unnecessary political controversy.
Datti Baba-Ahmed, a former senator and founder of Baze University, has been widely acknowledged for his contributions to education and public service. However, Aninze’s reaction focused more on the political implications of his recent comments regarding the 2023 presidential election arrangement.
Aninze referenced electoral performance data from the 2023 general elections, particularly in Kaduna State and Zaria Local Government Area, arguing that voting patterns did not significantly favour the Labour Party ticket in those regions. He further cited polling unit results to support his argument about the electoral strength of candidates in specific localities.
He also questioned the narrative around how the Labour Party presidential ticket was formed, suggesting that political alliances are typically based on strategy and electoral value rather than sentiment.
The commentary has sparked mixed reactions online, with supporters of Datti Baba-Ahmed defending his record in public service, while others argue that electoral outcomes should be the primary basis for assessing political influence.
As of the time of filing this report, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed has not issued a formal response to the remarks made by Aninze.
Political analysts note that discussions around the 2023 elections continue to dominate Nigeria’s political discourse, particularly as various actors reinterpret events and alliances that shaped the outcome.
The debate remains ongoing as political commentators continue to dissect the roles played by key figures in the last general election.
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