By Yahaya Balogun..,
“I don’t possess a home in Abuja, nor do I own land, and I have no intention of acquiring any.” – Peter Obi.
“Sound and fury, signifying nothing,” – Shakespeare.
Shakespeare’s poignant line from “Macbeth” captures the essence of Peter Obi’s plight—an expression of deep despair that echoes the futility of his relentless desperation for his elusive Nigerian presidency. Drawing on Macbeth’s moment of existential turmoil, Obi capitalizes on the frustrations of those harboring unfounded disdain for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu amid the myriad challenges facing our nation.
In the ongoing national discourse between Tinubu and Obi, who stands on firmer ground with substantive facts? This question is crucial as it needs to ignite discussions across the nation as we approach the 2027 general elections.
In contrast to Mr. Obi’s verbal excesses, Tinubu is a man of few words but a deep focus on a strategic approach to solving difficult problems. When President Tinubu speaks, there’s an innate urge to listen. PBAT communicates with clarity, armed with facts and figures; the principles of Tinubeconomics resonate loudly on their own. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu understands his roots, recognizes his current position, and has a clear vision for the future. That is the true genius of leadership.
Honestly, it would be wise for Mr. Peter Obi to temper his constant false narratives and rhetoric to preserve our collective respect regarding national dialogues. When Mr. Peter Obi dwells on trivial matters, like presenting a plate of food at a gathering or cleaning a toilet in an aircraft, he risks coming across as pretentious and insincere to those who take serious politics seriously. Instead of fixating on irrelevant chatter about unverifiable economic data tied to China, Singapore, Malaysia, etc., he ought to concentrate on his political expedition, ambitions, and a political journey to nowhere!
Perhaps Obi and his Obidient followers should revisit Anambra State to observe Governor Soludo’s transformative strides in the education sector and infrastructural development. During Peter Obi’s eight-year tenure, tangible socioeconomic progress was largely absent. In contrast, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu revolutionized Lagos State’s economy into a thriving multi-billion-naira powerhouse during his governance. His initiatives, such as ‘Operation Taxpayers’ Money in Action,’ remain widely recognized. Eko, under then-Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was well-crafted for his successors. Lagos State is now the pride of Africa.
Furthermore, Obi must refrain from trying to sway us with tales reminiscent of President Goodluck Jonathan about lacking shoes, homes, lands, or watches—irrelevant narratives that do little to advance our nation’s unity and progress.
While President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not without his flaws and challenges, dismissing his well-considered yet challenging economic strategies would be morally preposterous and indefensible. As Mr. Peter Obi finds satisfaction in demarketing and undermining Nigeria, it is imperative that we challenge his presidential aspirations and resist the unpatriotic tendencies of the Obidient movement.
In order to solidify his vision for sustainable economic growth and earn the trust of the Nigerian citizens, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government must persistently pursue justice against corrupt people who have undermined Nigeria’s progress.
Moreover, without equivocation, Nigeria is poised for greatness, and the painful yet envisioned initiatives of PBAT’s administration to reshape our nation deserve our collective support and commitment. Mr. Peter Obi offers no viable solutions; he merely plays on emotions and capitalizes on the challenges that President Tinubu’s administration faces across the country.
Nigerians, remain vigilant!
Yahaya Balogun writing from Arizona, USA.