Solomon Dalung Lied,  Peter Obi Has Visited  Plateau State Many Times Since 2023 – Obi’s Media Office

Peter Obi’s Media Office has put a lie to the claims  by a former Minister of Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, that the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress,  NDC, has not visited Plateau State since the State overwhelmingly voted for him in 2023 when he was the Labour Party Presidential Candidate.

In response to the shocking claims, Obi’s Media Office, with facts and occasions, strongly rejected a statement Dalung’s statement, and dismissed it as false anf unfounded.

Dalung is a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

By his false claims, Dalung implied that Obi’s support from the state’s people in 2023 was followed by his absence until the next election cycle.

But in its swift response signed by Idris Zekeri Jnr, Spokesperson, Peter Obi’s Media Reach asserted that Dalung’s claim is factually wrong.

They stated that Obi has made several visits to Plateau State since 2023 and has spent nights there on two occasions.

These two occasions had attracted significant attention from the media and political circles, the office noted.

It stated that “While some see these visits as a sign of particular affection for the state, Obi’s ongoing presence, especially in places like Bokkos, Mangu, Bassa, and Barkin Ladi, is reportedly driven by important political, humanitarian, and strategic reasons.

“In response to ongoing communal violence and security issues, Obi has personally visited affected communities to offer condolences to victims and displaced persons. He has visited internally displaced persons (IDP) camps in Mangu and Bokkos multiple times, providing financial support, clean water programmes, and relief supplies directly to affected families. Notably, in a show of solidarity, Obi celebrated his 62nd birthday in July 2023 by spending time with displaced communities in Mangu Local Government Area, foregoing formal celebrations.”

The Media Office also highlighted Obi’s active engagement with traditional rulers, including the Gbong Gwom Jos, and state officials, emphasising his political influence in the North Central region.

“Obi’s consistent presence in Plateau goes beyond routine political activities; it combines humanitarian efforts, direct interaction with his political support base, and a platform to draw attention to security challenges.

“As a result, the Media Office considers Dalung’s claim to be clearly false and without foundation, advising that it be ignored. A new and truthful Nigeria is possible.”