Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe claims Nigeria would have progressed under Peter Obi’s leadership, criticizing President Tinubu’s nepotistic appointments. Speaking on Channels TV, Abaribe called for Nnamdi Kanu's release and praised Simon Ekpa’s arrest as steps toward South-East peace.
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South in the Nigerian Senate, has expressed disappointment with the current administration, stating that Nigeria might have been better off had Labour Party candidate Peter Obi won the 2023 presidential election.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Abaribe highlighted nepotism as a significant issue under President Bola Tinubu's leadership. He asserted that such practices would not have existed under Obi, describing him as someone who values inclusivity and fairness. “Peter Obi would not be as nepotistic as this government. It’s not in his nature,” Abaribe remarked.
The senator also criticized Tinubu’s decision to appoint four ministers from Ogun State, calling it a clear example of favoritism. He emphasized that the South-East region should focus on self-reliance and development rather than waiting for equitable treatment from federal leadership.
In addition to his comments on governance, Abaribe welcomed the arrest of Simon Ekpa, a separatist leader based abroad, citing it as a step toward reducing unrest in the South-East. He further advocated for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), suggesting that such an action could help restore peace and stability in the region.
Abaribe's remarks have sparked conversations about Nigeria’s leadership challenges, the importance of inclusivity, and the need for equitable governance to ensure national unity and progress. His criticism of the current administration and advocacy for peaceful resolutions in the South-East underline the urgency of addressing these pressing issues.
