Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate for 2023, stated that Umahi’s statement of him encouraging South East against the federal government is unfounded.
This was said by Obi in a statement posted on Thursday using his verified X handle. Recall that on Wednesday, during a stakeholder meeting in Lagos, Minister of Works David Umahi accused Obi of inciting the southeast to rebel against the federal government over the proposed coastal route between Lagos and Calabar.
Umahi said Obi implemented the demolition of structures for road infrastructure while he was governor of Anambra.
The former governor of Anambra said the allegation is a “baseless distraction,” intended to tarnish his character.
He said his “focus is on fostering constructive dialogue and inclusivity, rather than engaging in divisive politics.”
Obi said he would not reduce himself to the level of those who wallow in ethnic politics.
He stated, “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.