Politics
Peter Obi Calls for Reversal of Rivers State Fund Freeze
Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State and a notable voice in Nigerian politics, recently spoke out about a controversial court decision affecting the people of Rivers State.
Known for his focus on policies over personal attacks, Obi has built his political career on advocating for ordinary Nigerians, particularly the impoverished and marginalized.
With his attention drawn to a recent ruling that has halted federal allocations to Rivers State, Obi is now calling for a reversal of this decision, warning that it threatens the well-being of countless citizens already grappling with daily hardships.
In his statement, Obi expressed frustration at how this decision has put the lives of many in Rivers State at risk.
This judgment, he said, not only impacts government officials but also stretches to the pensioners, health workers, teachers, and civil servants who rely on state allocations for their livelihoods.
Obi described how many of these individuals are already surviving on meagre incomes and that this freeze could intensify their struggles, pushing them to the edge of poverty and possibly resulting in preventable deaths.
Drawing from his years of experience in governance, Obi emphasized that a leader’s duty—whether in the Executive, Legislature, or Judiciary—is to make decisions with the needs of the most vulnerable in mind.
He noted that the current scenario could worsen life for those already enduring severe economic challenges in Nigeria, especially as many parts of the country are already reeling from inflation and rising living costs.
Obi’s remarks call for the attention of every well-meaning Nigerian, urging them to support a reversal of the ruling.
He argued that leadership must be rooted in empathy and a genuine concern for the well-being of all citizens, particularly the poorest.
Speaking about his vision for a better Nigeria, Obi emphasized that actions taken today should set the stage for a more equitable and compassionate society.
Nollywood star Yul Edochie has urged President Bola Tinubu to stay focused on fixing Nigeria’s current problems instead of getting caught up in early talks about the 2027 elections. In a message shared on Instagram, Yul, who has openly supported Tinubu in the past, said Nigerians are dealing with serious struggles, especially the rising cost of living and growing insecurity.
He wrote directly to the president, asking him not to be distracted by political noise: “We’re still in 2025. People are suffering. The focus should be on reducing hardship and restoring security. These are the real issues.” He ended his post with a prayer for Tinubu’s leadership, hoping he stays guided through the challenges ahead.
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti calls out politician Peter Obi over a recent political agreement with Atiku Abubakar.
It can be noted that the political figures Peter Obi and Atiku, who are not Labour Party representatives, have now joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a political party.
The singer took to social media to simply state to Peter Obi’s followers: “Now that Peter Obi has gone back home to Atiku, I don’t need to mention anything about Obidients anymore.”
Nigerian activist VeryDarkMan reacts to Daniel Bwala’s comment on the absence of politician Peter Obi visiting Benue State after the recent violent attacks.
It can be recalled that Benue State recently suffered violent attacks that resulted in many victims and deaths. Many powerful and influential figures in the nation visited the state to show their concern and support for the victims.
It can also be noted that VeryDarkMan was among them. However, Daniel Bwala came out to call out Peter Obi for lacking empathy because he did not visit. In response, VeryDarkMan spoke in defense of the politician:
“Mr. Bwala, you said Peter Obi was not there and lacks empathy. Let me break it down. I’m not trying to support Peter Obi here, but in April 2025, Peter Obi was stopped from going into Benue State by the governor… Since Peter Obi and his people started the ADC thing, all of Una just dey restless. Wike go talk today, you go talk tomorrow, and them never even give am presidential ticket yet…”
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