The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, has reaffirmed its support for the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi. This comes as the Ohanaeze Women Wing announced its support for the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar.
In a statement on Wednesday, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide distanced itself from the endorsement of Atiku Abubakar by the Ohanaeze Women Wing. The group expressed surprise at the approval and reaffirmed its support for Peter Obi.
According to the statement, Ohanaeze believes Peter Obi is the most suitable, competent, visionary, inspiring, and energetic presidential candidate for the forthcoming general election. The group added that Obi is not only an exceptional convergence of history, equity, and public consciousness but also a moral edifice, purveyor of excellence, a quintessential public administrator, and the embodiment of the desired new Nigeria.
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide also stated that it would not condone acts of insubordination and sabotage from any of its officers and affiliates. The group reiterated its commitment to supporting Peter Obi, who it believes is the best candidate for the presidential election.
The endorsement of Atiku Abubakar by the Ohanaeze Women Wing has caused confusion within the Igbo socio-cultural organisation. It remains to be seen whether this will impact the presidential election outcome.
In conclusion, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has reiterated its support for Peter Obi as the presidential candidate of the Labour Party while distancing itself from the endorsement of Atiku Abubakar by the Ohanaeze Women Wing. The group has stated that it will not condone acts of insubordination and sabotage from any of its officers and affiliates. It remains to be seen what impact this will have on the presidential election.
