- Comment on Southeast sit at home, Nigerians tell Obi
- Obi is not the president, tell the president to make comment, Comedian Klintcod says in Obi’s defence
- Heated controversial conversation on Twitter
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, have been asked to comment on the killings and sit-at-home in the south-east of Nigeria. In recent weeks, there has been an increase in violence in the region, with several people killed in attacks by gunmen.
While many in the region have expressed
They argue that as a presidential candidate, Obi has a responsibility to speak out against violence and to call for peace.
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No statement over the sit-at-home in the south-east? Peter, stop this shenanigan..
— Daddy Zion (@9lives881) July 6, 2023
Why giving Peter Obi the President’s job? – KlintonCod
Popular comedian Klintoncod has replied, saying, Obi is not the president and should not be given the President’s job.
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He claimed Peter Obi was said to have come third in the just concluded presidential election, and so he’s a private citizen. He claimed it is wrong for the supporters of the ruling party asking him to make what he termed as “presidential comments” on every matter.
“Peter Obi has refused to comment on this, he has refused to comment on that”
I thought you said he didn’t win, why giving him the President’s job, he is a normal citizen for now and should be allowed to comment on what he likes just like you and me 😅 tell Mr President select…
— Comedian KlintonCod (@klintoncod) July 7, 2023
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Others have also defended Obi, saying that he is not obligated to comment on every issue.
Abi o…leave him… he’s a normal human like you and me!
Let him comment on whatever he wishes to…
But they’re always checking on Obi to know his next speech 😭😂.
Okan yin oni bale!!!
— Joseph Joy Oluwatimileyin (@JosephJoyOluwa2) July 7, 2023
Why The Violence In The Southeast Have Remained
The sit-at-home and violence in the Southeast is caused by a number of factors, which includes; the ongoing agitation for an independent state of Biafra by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the agitation for the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu by the Nigerian government.
The Impact of the Violence
The sit-at-home has had a significant impact on the economy of the Southeast, as it has led to the closure of businesses and schools. It has also caused hardship for many people, who have been unable to go to work or school.
The violence in the south-east have been a major concern for many people in the region. The violence has led to a loss of life and property, and it has also created a climate of fear and uncertainty.
The killings in the south-east are a complex issue, and there is no easy solution. However, it is important for all leaders to speak out against violence and to call for peace. Obi’s comments would be a welcome step in the effort to address the violence in the south-east.
