Obi: Umahi’s Claim That I’m Inciting South-Easterners Against Government A Baseless Distraction, Designed To Defame Me

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, has responded to the allegation that he is inciting people of the south-east against the federal government, labelling the allegation a “baseless distraction” designed to defame his character.

In a statement on X, Obi asserted his commitment to fostering constructive dialogue and inclusivity, rather than engaging in divisive politics.

The former Anambra governor also said he would not reduce himself to the level of those who wallow in ethnic politics.

“Regarding allegations of incitement against the government, I firmly reject these unfounded accusations aimed at tarnishing my character.

“My focus is on fostering constructive dialogue and inclusivity, rather than engaging in divisive politics. Claims of incitement are baseless distractions. I have always advocated for unity and advancement, refusing to partake in reactionary divisive politics.

“Worse still, I have never and can never descend so low as to base my political aspirations on any sectional or ethnic interest.”

Earlier on Wednesday, while speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos, the minister of works David Umahi, accused Obi of inciting people of the south-east against the federal government over the Lagos-Calabar coastal road project, adding that affected property owners are already being compensated.

Umahi said Obi supported the demolition of structures for road infrastructure while he was governor of Anambra.

Chioma Kallu

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