By Akinwale Kasali
Controversial Anambra-based Pastor, Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popular as Odumeje, has joined the 2027 Presidential Race more than two years into the election, even as the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC has yet to direct politicians and political parties to commence their campaign.
Odumeje known for his acrobatic gesture, said he entered the race because the incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other potential aspirants have become ‘old cargoes’ and are no longer appropriate for the current digital age.
He announced his intention to run for the country’s highest office during a sermon at the weekend, but failed to disclose the political party under which he plans to contest.
He said, “Both past and present leaders have failed to move Nigeria forward due to their age and lack of vision. The country needs a vibrant, resilient, and forward-thinking leader like me to usher in real progress.
“We need a young leader in this country, and I think I am coming out. We need a young leader as a president, a digital leader, not old cargoes. Am I sure you hear me? I think I will come out, I will come out for president.”
He asked his congregation, “Are you ready for me? Odumeje for president? Are you ready for me? Because I know what you need. I know what you want. I want to construct a main road called Citadel for you. I want to give you a modern life, a digital life.”
Not a few Nigerians and others who have reacted to his comment described the Anambra born cleric turned singer as a joke considering his inexperience in politics, saying he’s better as a jester.
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