Labour party dismisses APC’s mockery of Obi, says Nigerians still believe in Him

Labour party dismisses APC’s mockery of Obi, says Nigerians still believe in Him

The Labour Party (LP) has dismissed comments by the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) mocking its presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, over reports that he lost his polling unit during the just-concluded Anambra governorship election.

Reacting on Sunday, the Labour Party described the APC’s statement as “cheap propaganda” aimed at distracting Nigerians from the hardship and economic crisis under the current administration.

The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, said the ruling party’s “obsession” with Peter Obi shows how threatened it remains by the continued popularity of the former Anambra governor.

“The APC should focus on governance and stop celebrating imaginary victories. Peter Obi’s relevance does not begin and end with a polling unit. He represents a movement built on competence, character, and accountability — values the APC knows nothing about,” Ifoh said.

He argued that losing or winning a polling unit does not define political relevance, stressing that Obi remains one of the most trusted political figures in the country.

“Even in 2023, despite the state resources and intimidation deployed against the people, Peter Obi won in Lagos and several parts of Nigeria. That is the true reflection of where the people stand,” the LP spokesman added.

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According to him, the APC’s “mockery” of Obi was a deliberate attempt to divert public attention from the economic hardship, insecurity, and unemployment currently facing Nigerians.

“What Nigerians want to hear from the APC is not insults or mockery, but solutions. The naira is collapsing, inflation is soaring, fuel prices are unbearable, and hunger is everywhere. Yet, their only priority is Peter Obi,” he said.

The Labour Party maintained that the Obidient Movement remains “alive and growing stronger,” describing it as a people-driven platform that goes beyond elections.

“The movement is rooted in citizens’ consciousness — not social media noise as they claim. The youths are awake, the people are engaged, and no amount of propaganda can change that,” Ifoh said.

He urged the ruling party to focus on fulfilling its campaign promises instead of attempting to undermine opposition voices.

“If the APC believes it is doing well, it should allow its performance to speak for it. Attacking Peter Obi will not fix the economy or end insecurity,” he added.

The Lagos APC had earlier described Obi’s loss in his polling unit as “a public humiliation,” claiming it exposed the weakness of the Obidient Movement.

Labour party dismisses APC’s mockery of Obi, says Nigerians still believe in Him