Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has dismissed claims by President Bola Tinubu’s spokesman, Daniel Bwala, that former presidential candidate Peter Obi attempted to contact him.
In a statement released on Thursday, POMR spokesman Ibrahim Umar described the allegation as false and said it was compelled to respond to prevent public misinformation.
“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,” Umar said.
POMR emphasized that Obi consistently distances himself from individuals associated with what the group described as 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 statement read.
The group added, “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.”
POMR also underscored that Obi’s political philosophy prioritizes good governance and societal development rather than financial inducements to support his agenda.
“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, emphasizing the urgent need for collective action to rescue our nation,” the statement said.
The group further urged politicians it accused of transactional politics to reconsider their approach for the nation’s benefit.
“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,” Umar concluded.
ELIJAH ADEYEMI
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