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The Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has firmly dismissed recent allegations from presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who claimed that Peter Obi invited former U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene in Nigeria’s political matters.
In a statement signed by POMR spokesperson Ibrahim Umar, the group clarified that the involvement of President Trump and the international community in Nigeria’s situation is widely recognized and unrelated to Peter Obi.
“There is no link between Peter Obi and any invitation extended to President Trump regarding Nigeria’s issues,” Umar said. “These claims are completely unfounded and appear to be attempts to divert attention from pressing leadership failures within the current administration.”
According to the statement, “it seems this government cannot escape thoughts of Peter Obi, and we understand why; his message directly addresses the glaring failures of leadership for which this administration is primarily responsible.
It added that Onanuga’s fabrications appear to be a desperate attempt by the government to divert public attention from its shortcomings.
Part of the statement reads: “Onanuga has continually and incorrectly interpreted his role as Presidential spokesperson to mean finding ways to criticise Peter Obi, whose name has become a source of anxiety for them.
“His ongoing falsehoods about Obi are nothing more than a cynical attempt to distract the public from the government’s evident failures, such as insecurity, the rising cost of living, and various instances of corruption, all taking place amid unprecedented hardship facing the population.
“It’s a well-known fact that when a government lacks a plan for the future, it resorts to fabricating lies about the opposition to divert attention. When they prioritise politics over governance, they fail to consider the consequences.
“Peter Obi, as an opposition leader, rises above mudslinging and remains focused on important issues. While Onanuga daydreams about Obi, he is unconcerned, going all over the globe acquiring knowledge and touching the lives of the poor who have been abandoned by the government.
“Onanuga’s statements are a classic example of political disinformation intended to confuse and mislead the public - a common tactic used to distract from current governance challenges. Or to create a false narrative about an opponent's standing both locally and internationally.
“We therefore like to urge the public to disregard any fabrications from the Presidential spokesperson concerning Obi and to remain focused on their journey toward a new Nigeria that is indeed possible.”
The statement underscores that Onanuga’s accusations lack evidence and serve only to mislead the public. Despite these distractions, Peter Obi’s message continues to strike a chord with many Nigerians, highlighting concerns about governance and accountability.
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