In a recent podcast appearance on 'Mic On,' Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the President, sparked controversy by lambasting Peter Obi for allegedly stoking religious and ethnic divides to further his political aspirations. Hosted by journalist Seun Okinbaloye, the podcast became a platform for Onanuga to voice his concerns about campaigns that leverage ethnicity and religion, which he deemed detrimental to Nigeria's democratic fabric.
During the discussion, Onanuga not only accused Obi of fueling these tensions but also highlighted the purported agenda of Obi's supporters, particularly those aligned with the Labour Party, to undermine the administration of President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized instances where Obi refrained from acknowledging government achievements while swiftly criticizing perceived failures, insinuating a calculated effort to tarnish the government's image.
However, the accusations leveled by Onanuga have been met with skepticism and criticism from many quarters. Nigerians have taken to various online forums to express their opinions on the matter, with a significant number condemning Onanuga's statements as hypocritical. They argue that the allegations against Obi are unfounded and point out the irony of Onanuga's criticism, considering that his own party fielded a Muslim-Muslim ticket during elections.
