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Tinubu Aide Accuses Peter Obi’s Supporters of Plotting Nationwide Chaos and Treason
Bayo Onanuga, a senior aide to President Bola Tinubu, has accused supporters of Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, of plotting to create chaos in Nigeria.
Onanuga suggested that Obi should be held accountable for any unrest resulting from these planned nationwide protests.
Onanuga’s allegations are that Obi’s supporters, whom he disparages as failed politicians, are the same group that was behind the destructive ENDSARS protests in October 2020.
He claims these supporters have joined forces with IPOB members to undermine the government, spreading hashtags like ‘EndBadGovernance’ and ‘Revolution2024’ to incite rebellion against President Tinubu’s administration.
He criticized the protesters as anarchists rather than democrats, accusing them of attempting a civilian coup due to their dissatisfaction with the 2023 election results. Onanuga warned that these actions could be interpreted as calls for treason.
Additionally, Onanuga pointed to various online figures and activities, such as an anonymous radio station and individuals like Babatunde Gbadamosi and General Oluchi, who are allegedly promoting these protests.
He argued that rather than creating disorder, citizens should wait for the next election in 2027 to address their grievances.
He emphasized that the Tinubu administration is taking steps to address economic challenges, including wage increases, loans for students, and agricultural investments.
Onanuga concluded that the government is working to improve the economy and should be given time to fulfill its mandate.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed strong confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s chances of dominating the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a grand reception in Uyo to welcome Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno into the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akpabio said he believed Tinubu would secure 99.9% of the votes in the upcoming election.
Governor Eno recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC, blaming unresolved leadership issues within his former party for the switch. Akpabio, addressing the crowd, praised Eno’s political journey, noting how difficult it was for him to become governor. But he assured him that with his new political alignment, things would take a different turn.
He boldly predicted that Eno would become the first governor in the state’s history to be re-elected in 2027, adding that both the governor and President Tinubu were in for a smooth political ride moving forward.
Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.
They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.
The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.
It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.
It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.
This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.
