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“Fani-Kayode Blasts Peter Obi: ‘Your Attack On NADECO Is A Crying Shame’.
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned comments by former presidential candidate Peter Obi, describing them as “a crying shame” that will not go unanswered.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Peter Obi had recently criticized some individuals who fought for democracy during the era of the late military ruler, General Sani Abacha, claiming that certain former pro-democracy activists are now worse than the dictator himself.
Reacting on his handle on Friday, Fani-Kayode accused Obi of undermining the role of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) in Nigeria’s fight for democracy. He defended NADECO leaders, highlighting their sacrifices—imprisonment, exile, persecution, and even threats to their lives—while resisting military rule during Abacha’s regime.
Fani-Kayode also expressed disappointment at seeing some former NADECO figures, including Dele Momodu and Rauf Aregbesola, align with people he says are undermining the pro-democracy movement’s legacy.
Criticizing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a defunct and unrecognized platform, he singled out its National Chairman, David Mark, for his controversial role surrounding the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, won by the late businessman MKO Abiola.
Fani-Kayode stated:
“Peter Obi’s attack on NADECO and his attempt to denigrate its leaders—who risked their lives fighting military rule—is a crying shame and shall not go unanswered. He worked closely with General Abacha while our leaders resisted oppression, enduring imprisonment, exile, torture, and even attacks on their lives. Yet today he dares to belittle their sacrifices.”
He continued, noting that NADECO veterans like Dele Momodu and Rauf Aregbesola supporting figures like David Mark, who contributed to the annulment of the June 12 election, is particularly painful. Fani-Kayode also emphasized that the blood of those killed during that period cannot be forgotten and criticized Obi’s past collaboration with oppressive forces, saying it disqualifies him from holding key leadership roles in Nigeria.
“Others stood, spoke out, and fought for democracy, but Peter capitulated and collaborated with our oppressors. Yet now he has the audacity to seek to denigrate those who never bowed.”
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State have restated their support for Senator Sunday Steve Karimi, who represents Kogi West in the Senate, while also calling for unity within the party ahead of future elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A heated political exchange has erupted within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential race, as camps backing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s rivals push back against his claims of superior popularity, especially in the North.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso rejected Atiku’s assertion that he remains the dominant northern vote-getter, insisting that such claims do not reflect today’s political realities.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement, aligned with a potential Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, dismissed Atiku’s influence in the North as largely elite-driven, arguing that Kwankwaso enjoys more genuine grassroots support.
Former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi also reacted, faulting Atiku’s position and questioning the logic of relying solely on regional identity as a basis for presidential ambition.
Atiku, in a recent interview, had maintained that none of his northern rivals, including Kwankwaso, can match his electoral strength, while downplaying Kwankwaso’s influence beyond Kano State.
His remarks sparked criticism across political circles, with some opposition figures describing them as arrogant and dismissive of other contenders.
Kwankwaso’s camp, however, maintained that both Kwankwaso and Obi have more “organic” support bases compared to politically induced followership, warning that such comments could deepen divisions within the ADC coalition.
Amaechi also argued that the ADC presidential ticket should be determined through a competitive primary rather than consensus, insisting that all aspirants should be tested at the ballot.
The growing disagreement highlights rising tension within the opposition alliance ahead of the 2027 general elections, as key figures intensify positioning for the party’s presidential ticket.
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