By Akinwale Kasali
“Valentine Ozigbo should be evaluated on merit, not political blackmail or controversy”
Peter Obi, Labour Party, LP, Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Election has distanced himself from a planned meeting with the All Progressives Congress, APC.
The former Anambra State Governor emphasized that he does not engage in toxic politics or blackmail.
Obi took to his X and issued a statement where he warned against associating his name with political narratives that do not align with his principles.
He wrote, “I have come across a report circulating on social media regarding an APC gathering where my name was mentioned. Let me make it unequivocally clear: I do not engage in toxic politics, blackmail, or any form of political manipulation. My name should not be associated with such narratives.
“I Am Not an APC Member”, he stated categorically.
He further reaffirmed his political stance, stating that he is neither a member of the APC, nor planning to join the party, reiterating his commitment to integrity, fairness, and issue-based politics, urging that political aspirants should be judged based on competence, capacity, and compassion, rather than partisan interests.
Speaking on the forthcoming Anambra Governorship election, Obi addressed speculations surrounding Valentine Ozigbo, he maintained that every aspirant should be evaluated on merit rather than being subjected to political blackmail or controversy.
“Elections and Primaries should not be reduced to toxic narratives or personal attacks. Political choices should be guided by credibility, vision, and the ability to deliver real change—not by dragging individuals into needless controversy,” Obi asserted.
Obi however called on all political parties, including his own, to conduct credible, transparent, and democratic primaries. He emphasized that aspirants deserve a fair and unbiased chance to contest in their respective parties.
“This election presents a unique opportunity for Nigeria to embrace true democracy, something that remains elusive in our nation today,” he stated.
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