Peter Obi's intervention is timely, welcome and needed.
However, most of his arguments seem pedestrian and ill-thought out.
It is not in his place to manage the president. So the suggestion that the president should spend his holidays in different parts of the country or use the National Hospital or visit tertiary institutions or travel through highways do not make sense.
It is curious that this same man opposed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Suddenly, he wants the president to travel on highways. As for the president visiting educational facilities or each state, each state has a governor, three senators, at least a minister, and several houses of representatives members. It is not in the place of the president to be everywhere. His ministers are responsible for certain beats.
Asking the president to go to the frontlines shows Peter Obi's backwardness. What happened to Idris Derby Itno? Since Peter Obi is not exactly employed at this time and has been gallivanting, he can set an example and go to the frontlines to motivate our troops.
It is curious that the only comparison Peter Obi could draw was when he took Obasanjo on a road trip that triggered Obasanjo to order the repair of parts of a federal highway. Why couldn't Peter Obi draw parallels to his innovative ideas in rapid infrastructural development, healthcare, education and industrialization? Of ourselves, he couldn't because he was sorely lacking in developmental ideas; hence his pedestrian suggestions.
Dear Peter Onwuabasi Obi (POO), the things you suggest are not propositions on running a country. Enjoy your gallivanting and aimless twitter threads and allow those who have the mandate to lead.
You are not ready to lead Nigeria.
See human reasoning? I shake my head Do we still have people that think rationally without primordial sentiments?
Softmirror: When you create a very big problem in a bid to solving a very simple one. People will say it is hunger but it is the reflection of the TYPICAL LACK OF PATIENCE in an average Nigerian, that SELFISH MIND SET of all man to himself.
This happens even in parties which is filled with affluent kids and you begin to imagine why they rush.
Quintessence44: A white guy born and bred in Nigeria says Nigeria is the best country in the world, and that he has ZERO INTENTION of leaving the country to settle anywhere else in the world.
Let’s set the record straight: VP Shettima had every right to call Kemi out. His position as a Vice President and holder of the GCON title obligates him to defend Nigeria against baseless attacks, especially from someone who ought to know better.
1. Kemi’s Actions Were Unnecessary and Disrespectful • Kemi exercised her rights, yes, but with rights come responsibility. Criticism of Nigeria is valid when constructive; hers was neither. She chose to disparage the country in a manner that adds nothing to meaningful dialogue. This isn’t “free speech”—it’s self-serving drivel masquerading as activism. • If Kemi had a real grievance, she could have addressed it respectfully or through a forum where her opinions might foster solutions—not global embarrassment. 2. VP Shettima’s Role • VP Shettima didn’t respond as a private citizen throwing a tantrum. He acted as a defender of national dignity. It’s his duty to protect Nigeria’s image on all fronts. Criticizing him for doing what his office demands is misguided. • His response is a reminder that leadership doesn’t mean tolerating every baseless attack in silence. Nationalism isn’t a crime; it’s a virtue, especially when representing a country like Nigeria, often unfairly maligned on global platforms.
3. National Pride Isn’t a Joke • Using an analogy “If someone urinated on your sick mother, would you smile or fight for her dignity?”. Kemi didn’t merely criticize policies—she insulted the essence of her own country while benefiting from the privilege of being associated with it. If that doesn’t anger you, your sense of national pride is questionable. • Patriotism demands that we hold our leaders accountable while also defending our country. Kemi failed on both counts. Instead of raising valid concerns, she chose to demean.
4. Tribal and Feminist Excuses Are Baseless • The anti-feminism claim is an attempt to deflect from the real issue: Kemi’s actions, not her gender, were inappropriate. If Shettima asked her to drop her Yoruba name,she should disassociate herself without urinating on Nigerians willy nilly. Even that still pales in comparison to her public insults to Nigeria. Stop making strawman arguments to distract from her disrespect.
5. What About Other Countries? • If Kemi were from the USA and disparaged it with such venom, a leader like Trump wouldn’t let her breathe without a public takedown. Yet because it’s Shettima—a leader known for his measured approach—you question his response. Hypocrisy much? • Nigeria, like every country, deserves to be defended.Shettima’s critics often conflate patriotism with authoritarianism, which is intellectually dishonest.
6. Kemi’s “Worst Association With Nigeria” • The sheer disappointment in her behavior. People who benefit from Nigeria’s identity, directly or indirectly, have an obligation to protect it—not tear it apart for cheap clout. She represents the worst kind of national betrayal: one driven by ignorance and self-importance.
• Your questions about why Shettima is upset reveal a lack of understanding of leadership responsibilities. He isn’t “pissed off” for personal reasons—he’s defending Nigeria’s image on the world stage. Kemi’s actions warrant criticism, not indulgence. • Instead of whining about Shettima’s response, ask yourself why Kemi felt entitled to insult her homeland while hiding behind foreign privileges. That’s the real issue.
Kemi was wrong—entirely. VP Shettima was right to call her out, any Nigerian with national honors should follow suit. Criticism of a country should build, not destroy. Kemi’s actions achieved nothing but ridicule, and VP Shettima’s response was justified, necessary, and, frankly, overdue. I hope this answers your questions. An insult to One is an insult to All.
Look at the attachment below, Kemi has been reported by her own staff to being a bully and 3 of her staff quit because of her inappropriateness at her workplace. Shettima has a fulfilling career in the banking sector, as governor and now VP. He is not the one known for bullying and work place toxicity.
A fulfilling career indeed! What about shettima being a sponsor of Boko haram. Keep defending blindly
yarimo: This is very commendable from president TINUBU, bitter Obidients will soon invade this thread with insults and hateful comment
Better purge yourself of bitterness yourself. For this digital age, what is exceptional in this? While other developed countries are innovating, you are been bribed of free ride? Emancipate yourself from this mental slavery ke
Will the elitist jump on this ? No!!!!! No wonder vote- buying wont seize in the land.
I hope is also Obi that increased fuel price and escalate the Forex? Ask yourself the simple question? What has improved since your emilokan took over? By the way not all states have rail ways, what happens to them We like decieving ourselves Inconsequential tins tickle people like u SMH
Paraman: Watch as bitter obi supporters will get heartbroken because of this. They will wail
You need help. Bitterness dey worry u seriously. I pray it won't ruin u. The year is wrapping up, better channel your energy to better things rather than generating bad energy for Obi's supporters.
If not invited, He will invite him. I see a country forcing himself down the throats of the developed world to be relevant unfortunately they don't c Nigeria. The same controversy generated when biden was sworn in during Buharis regime. The earlier we look in wards and do internal reforms to be a beacon for others ...
Agreed but corruption is still doing press up with the way the country is now cos people who wants to steal from the treasury are more than the small chunk of people stealing now.
Politics › Re: Peter Obi Gives 11 Key Advice To Tinubu In 2025 New Year Message (Full Speech) by ayo2008: 12:11pm On Jan 03, 2025
