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| Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by TundeBricklayer: 6:37am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Afenifere, Umahi, Yakassai, others react *Ohaneze to court Arewa youths, Middle Belt,Yoruba The choice of a former governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi as the vice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was generally described as a deft move by a cross-section ofNigerians. His emergence as the running mate to the party’s presidential candidate, Alhaji Abubakar Atiku didn’t come as a surprise as his name had prominently featured among those being considered for the position. Saturday Vanguard learned that Atiku met with Obi in his Asokoro residence after Jamaat prayers yesterday in Abuja. A statement by the Director General of Atiku Campaign Organisation, Otunba Gbenga Daniel said the former governor was mainly chosen because of his vast knowledge of global and local economics. Other reasons adduced were his youthfulness and experience in the management of people and resources. However, most people, who spoke to Saturday Vanguard on the development were emphatic that Obi’s presence would add value to Atiku’s prospects. [b]Those who reacted include Ebonyi State governor, Mr. Dave Umahi; Deputy Senate Minority Leader, Senator Emmanuel Bwachaa; former governor of Anambra State, Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife; National Vice Chairman, South, of the PDP, Mr. Eddy Olafeso; and Spokesperson of pan-Yoruba sociopolitical organisation, Afenifere, Mr. Yinka Odumakin. Others are former Minister of Aviation in the First Republic, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi; ex-Adviser to former President Shehu Shagari, Alhaji Tanko Yakassai; Ohaneze Youths; a member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Uzo Azubuike; former member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Victor Ogene; former governorship candidate in Anambra State, Mr. Oseloka Obaze; and Chairman, Niger State chapter of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Mr. Tanko Beji. It’s a masterstroke—Gov Umahi Umahi In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Uzor described the choice of Obi as a masterstroke, adding that it had all the things that would make Nigeria work again. [/b] He described Obi as a consummate administrator, who showed class in leadership as a two-term governor. Umahi further maintained that Atiku and Obi would bring ingenuity and wealth of experience to bear when they become President and Vice President of Nigeria next year. Peter is a great choice.—Ezeife Ezeife described the choice of Obi as great, adding that he was not wasteful in the management of resources while serving as governor. He said: “Peter is a great choice. He brings his business intelligence into governance. He is not corrupt and as a governor, he was not wasteful. I must say that I am very happy.’’ On his part, Olafeso said: “As a National Vice Chairman of the party, I hail the decision to pick Peter Obi as running mate to our presidential candidate. The decision to pick him is based on his outstanding performance as governor of Anambra State. He is a successful businessman and we expect his experience to translate into good governance for our nation.’’ Atiku/ Obi ticket a good one—Yakassai An elder statesman, Alhaji Tanko Yakassai said: “ It was expected all along that the slot of the Vice President should go to the South East for the PDP as APC has chosen the South West. What is not ascertained is whether the choice of Peter Obi is the collective choice of the majority of the people of the South East. Atiku Abubakar/ Peter Obi ticket is a very good one. Atiku Abubakar is a Muslim from the North while Peter Obi is a Christian from the South just as Muhammadu Buhari is a Muslim from the North and Yemi Osinbajo is a Christian from the South. Everything is balanced.” This is Atiku’s time—Amaechi Reacting, Amaechi, said: “Peter Obi is an experienced politician, administrator, and businessman. Obi and Atiku are widely exposed. Nigeria needs an enlightened government that will manage our economy very well. This is Atiku’s time to reign and with Peter Obi, I think it is a good team. I don’t know how the South West will take it but I want to advice the APC against rigging the elections. The things I saw in Ekiti and Osun states were not elections.” Atiku/Obi should be committed to restructuring—Afenire Odumakin stated thus: “All we are concerned about at this stage is that they should be committed to the restructuring of Nigeria. If it is true that he has picked Peter Obi as his running mate, he should join him to work out a clear-cut programme on restructuring and ensure that he remains steadfast to that because restructuring is the main issue that will determine the next election. ” A former House of Representatives member, Mr. Victor Ogene, said:’’The name, Peter Obi, has over the last decade come to represent frugality in public finance, sobriety, and probity in spending, and excellence in public office. His choice, therefore, as vice presidential candidate of the PDP, beyond representing a positive move towards integrating the Igbo into the top leadership strata of the nation is apt. “As a successful two-time governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi comes fully ready for the top position he has been chosen for. ” Azubuike said: “It is a welcome development. It shows that Atiku and indeed PDP have been positioned to redress the injustice and grave marginalisation that Igbo have suffered in the hands of the current administration. “It shows that Atiku is focused on reuniting and redefining Nigeria as one entity where all sections of the country will have a sense of belonging and active participation in governance. “Of course, Peter Obi is experienced, quite knowledgeable, exposed and humble. He brought sustainable socioeconomic development to Anambra State. I am sure he will bring that experience to bear.’’ It’ll unite Nigerians— Ekweremadu’s aide An aide of the Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, who didn’t want his name in print said he believed the choice of Peter Obi would strengthen the relationship between the North East, the North Central, the North West, South South, and South East. He said: “The Igbo are spread across Nigeria. In the North, some politicians who used to be with Buhari have left him. For instance, someone like Buba Galadima has left him. The international community has also seen the real Buhari and is not impressed with him. I am confident the South East and the South South will go for Atiku Abubakar/Peter Obi presidency. The South West people are wise voters and they know the right thing to do.” A former presidential aspirant of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Chief Charles Udeogaranya said: “Peter Obi as a running mate in the political calculation is expected to deliver the entire South East to the PDP. He is also expected to mobilise the entire Southern region for PDP while Atiku Abubakar should mobilise the North. Peter Obi will give Atiku Abubakar the required 25 percent to win the presidency.” Obaze said: “His Excellency, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has made the right choice in picking Peter Obi as his running make.” Atiku has just the exhibited the ability to make hard-headed decision required of purposeful leaders.” Speaking on the matter, Ohaneze Youth Council said: “We are calling on Igbo youths to ensure that the duo of Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi make it to Aso Rock in 2019 as President and Vice President. We will reach out to Arewa youths, Ijaw, Middle Belt, Ibibio, Yoruba youths under the Nigeria Ethnic Nationalities Youth OrganiSations for the success of Atiku and Peter Obi.’’ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/10/peter-obi-as-atikus-running-mate-its-masterstroke/ 23 Likes 4 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Nobody: 6:40am On Oct 13, 2018 |
“I will vote Buhari in 2019, As a pay back to all those that voted him in 2015. We will die here together.... :p :p 39 Likes 5 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Hector09(m): 6:52am On Oct 13, 2018 |
My own problem is economy control 28 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by atiku4President(m): 6:54am On Oct 13, 2018 |
This is a masterstroke indeed. 138 Likes 4 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by julietm123: 6:55am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Atikobi 2019!!! Change is a must! Forward Nigeria!! 158 Likes 8 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by RTSC: 6:56am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Yes. The surest alliance. Atiku has won the south already. Now, go work on the north. 114 Likes 5 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by HisSexcellency(m): 7:00am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Tribalism aside, no one in his right senses will criticize the choice of Peter Obi. He is not the regular Nigerian politician, a man with no single corruption charge or allegations even after serving 8years as a governor. 195 Likes 14 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by fiizznation: 7:03am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Atiku is very corrupt. Dude looted $16billion together with obasanjo his former boss. Atiku singlehandedly destroyed Nitel, he embezzled custom money when he was the boss. The American government indicted his stealing ass because Atiku was also involved in the Halliburton crime. Mr Atiku's lootocracy has crossed into every continent of this earth. And some people want Nigerians to vote for a corrupt criminal like Atiku. Never again!!! They say the devil you know is better than the angel you dont know. What is atiku looking for in asorock? An incompetent Buhari is a million times better than a corrupt atiku. Atikulation my foot!!! More like "a thief circulation" And that feminine peter obi didn't help any matter. Rather he made everything worse. Anyway we will see how a corrupt man with his silly running mate will enter asorock. It will never ever ever happen. Lol we are just waiting for proper election campaign to start and atiku will forever regret why pdp nominated his stealing ass to be their flag bearer Sai buhari 2019 28 Likes 5 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by deboysben(m): 7:11am On Oct 13, 2018 |
fiizznation:pains and hatred everywhere that's what is written over this your post 260 Likes 19 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Nobody: 7:13am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Umahi speaking with two mouth. 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by kahal29: 7:14am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Osagyefo98: He is not. He discountenanced the first one... https://puoreports.com/2018/10/12/atiku-obi-south-east-was-never-consulted-umahi/
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| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by hisgrace090: 7:15am On Oct 13, 2018 |
The unopposed combo! Thumb up! 27 Likes |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Nobody: 7:15am On Oct 13, 2018 |
kahal29: Don't defend ur governor now 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by HisSexcellency(m): 7:18am On Oct 13, 2018 |
fiizznation:This is old news. Many people that voted "Mr Lifeless" in 2015 knew quite well he's a despot egghead. But voted him regardless cause they wanted pdp and gej out, same will happen next year. If efcc like they should arrest atiku and lock him up, campaign will still be going on in his absence. He will win from efcc custody and relocate to Aso rock 123 Likes 7 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by kahal29: 7:24am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Osagyefo98: In another report https://m.guardian.ng/news/unresolved-issues-delay-formal-announcement-of-obi-as-atikus-running-mate/
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| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by fiizznation: 7:25am On Oct 13, 2018 |
deboysben:Atiku is not fit to be the president of nigeria, and this is not hatred my friend. He was the vp for eight good years, Pray tell me, what has he done for Adamawa state? What has he done for the northeast? Even the road leading to his hometown is in a very bad shape. And you are telling me someone like Atiku is the messiah that will take Nigeria out of Egypt 9 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Luckylife(m): 7:26am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Heart attack is imminent for a cow lover that soil his hand in support of a lifeless man that allow the the killing of innocent children because of cow . It's start with this hopeless type of statements you post below If you know all this about #AtikulatedObi why your god buhari who shamelessly claimed integrity fighting corruption allow atiku to move freely ? fiizznation: 42 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Nobody: 7:27am On Oct 13, 2018 |
kahal29: Am not interested but if ebonyi want problem Let Peter obi be changed and watch how we will vote buhari without mercy. Am not interested in any umahi gibberish....he is an idiot with those pdp governors and stupid elders Obi is a nice choice. 14 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Enugupikin: 7:27am On Oct 13, 2018 |
osagyefo98 Am not interested but if ebonyi want problemwhich one is if Ebonyi wants problem...look i am not from Ebonyi but it makes no sense to single out Ebonyi for a decision of SE governors including ABIA, ENUGU AND EBONYI...you are playing into the hands of division..leave Ebonyi people alone,i know why i am saying this 12 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Luckylife(m): 7:28am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Heart attack is imminent for a cow lover that soil his hand in support of a lifeless man that allow the the killing of innocent children because of cow . It's start with this hopeless type of statements you post below If you know all this about #AtikulatedObi why your god buhari who shamelessly claimed integrity fighting corruption allow atiku to move freely ? No wonder his is lifeless personified. fiizznation: 16 Likes |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Enugupikin: 7:28am On Oct 13, 2018 |
they should resolve the issue amicably 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by fiizznation: 7:36am On Oct 13, 2018 |
HisSexcellency:Lol and how is atiku going to win? His stronghold is the SE and many people there dont have PVCs and the ones with PVCs will sell their votes to the highest bidder. Forget all the internet facade. Atiku can't defeat buhari even in his hometown of Adamawa state. Atiku is a workover for buhari. Buhari will beat atiku black and blue in the north, get majority of votes in the southwest, divide the ss/se votes. We will get our 25% in every state in the ss/se. This is what is likely to happen in 2019.  Atiku is can't be sold anywhere. Dude has too many bad baggages on his neck. 8 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by RTSC: 7:43am On Oct 13, 2018 |
fiizznation:Lol. In the other thread, you were talking about atiku has lost the north because of obi. As if there has ever been a monolithic north. Now you are saying atiku has lost because of atiku, since obi is as clean as a whistle and as competent as Abraham Lincoln and you have nothing concrete against him. Guy, you need help. Nobody should take you seriously. Support your buhari in peace because your opinion is irrelevant. 52 Likes 6 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by ificatchmodeh: 7:45am On Oct 13, 2018 |
I see pained souls everywhere.. 9 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by RTSC: 7:46am On Oct 13, 2018 |
kahal29:Good. I knew no sane igbo man will cast aspersions Against an igbo candidacy directly or indirectly. This is the time for unity. Republicanism should be suspended in federal politics. We need to pull our collective weight. 9 Likes |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by fiizznation: 8:08am On Oct 13, 2018 |
RTSC:Personally i don't have any problem with Peter obi. I have never had any dealings with him, i have never had any contact with him. And to be fair to him, I think he is a competent technocrat(from his people's testimony). But Atiku is one corrupt Nigerian i know. Have come in contact with him even though it was indirect, I visited his hometown in the past, spent close to three freaking months there, I heard what his people said about him. And what they said about him was bad. Simply put, : Atiku is a thief. May God forgive him though...... 6 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Nobody: 8:09am On Oct 13, 2018 |
As at dis junction, anybody to make bubu go is allowed, even if it is an ex convict  14 Likes |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by GlorifiedTunde(m): 8:09am On Oct 13, 2018 |
Deception! Yes it looks like it, but it's not. Atiku just got himself that SE in addition to splitting NW with PMB. Then what next? I am being logical here. Let's forget the elites on social media. The electorates are mostly not represented by social media polls. So what happens to NW, NC, SS, and SW? 1 Like 3 Shares |
| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by jchioma: 8:09am On Oct 13, 2018 |
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| Re: Peter Obi As Atiku’s Running Mate: It’s Masterstroke, Umahi, Yakassi and Others by Bugatie(m): 8:09am On Oct 13, 2018 |
God bless Nigeria Better days ahead 3 Likes |
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