Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has come under heavy fire from the administration for his recent remarks about the stampedes that killed people in the states of Oyo and Anambra.
Obi was characterized by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as “someone who benefits from the misfortune of others or from confusion.”
Remember how Peter Obi blasted institutional flaws in a now-deleted tweet in response to the catastrophic stampedes, but then praised the organizers for their efforts?
Obi emphasizes the necessity of safety at public gatherings and demands for immediate measures to address poverty, inequality, and food insecurity.
President Tinubu’s spokesperson, Sunday Dare, responded by saying that Obi was still in shock about his 2023 presidential defeat and lacked decency and statesmanship.
The presidential assistant also discussed President Tinubu’s response to the unfortunate events and his actions in a post that was uploaded on his X page on Sunday, December 22.
He described how the 2024 Lagos Boat Regatta and all other major events in Lagos were halted by President Tinubu.
He pointed out that Tinubu took this move in remembrance of the stampede victims in Anambra state and Abuja.
Sunday Dare tweeted:
“When seeking someone who benefits from the misfortune of others or from confusion, what the Yoruba people describe as ‘Aríje nínú Màdàrú,’ look no further than Peter Obi. His recent remarks regarding the avoidable tragedies in Anambra and Oyo states lack statesmanship and decency, even as he wallows in the fading waters of his much-vaunted political victory. This attempt to score cheap political point falls flat.
“In times of unfortunate tragedy, leaders are expected to speak reasonably and offer support. President Tinubu canceled all programs, expressed profound sadness over the loss of lives, and ordered an immediate investigation. That is the way of true leaders. These unfortunate incidents have undoubtedly highlighted many critical issues that must be examined.”