The Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has stated that the former presidential candidate should be excluded from any form of what it described as “transactional politics.”
The group made the statement in response to claims by spokesman toPresident Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, alleging that Obi attempted to reach out to him in the build-up to the 2023 general elections.
In the statement signed by POMR spokesman, Ibrahim Umar, the group described the allegation as false, stressing that it was compelled to respond to prevent the public from being misled.
“Normally, we would not dignify Barr Bwala’s baseless accusations with a reply, given his well-documented history of dishonesty. However, we feel it is necessary to address this matter for the benefit of the public, who may be misled,” the group said, noting that Obi had consistently distanced himself from individuals it associates with transactional politics.
“Our principal, Peter Obi, has made it clear that he excludes individuals like Bwala from his political activities and any form of transactional politics that sustain people like him in political circles.
“The Peter Obi that Nigerians know and appreciate will never engage in such practices. He would rather allocate resources to provide desks for children in Bwala’s village than pay him to concoct falsehoods for public consumption,” the statement added.
POMR added that Obi’s political philosophy centres on promoting good governance and building a better society rather than paying individuals to support his cause.
“Obi’s approach is rooted in the pursuit of good governance and the creation of a better society for all. He does not pay people to promote a cause; instead, he invites them to join him in believing in a shared vision.
“His ‘engagement’ focuses on persuasion, emphasising the urgent need for a collective effort to rescue our nation. He welcomes those who choose to join him voluntarily, driven by the same deep-seated convictions,” the statement said.
The group further urged politicians it accused of engaging in transactional politics to reconsider their actions in the interest of the country’s future.
“For the umpteenth time, we call on Bwala and others like him to count Peter Obi out of their greed, repent, and join us in the quest for a new Nigeria that is indeed POssible,” the statement added.