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Published on 2024-03-24 19:55:52
Reno Omokri, a well-known social media personality, recently made a statement regarding presidential hopeful Peter Obi’s attempts to garner support from Muslims by visiting mosques during Ramadan in 2024. Omokri pointed out that Obi needs to address the issue of weaponizing religion during the 2023 general election if he wants to win the hearts and minds of Muslim voters. He emphasized that Muslims in Nigeria will not support Obi, whether he is running for president or vice president, until he disavows any alleged plans for a religious war.
In a post on his verified social media account, Omokri expressed his doubts about Obi’s chances with Muslim voters due to his failure to address the issue of religious conflict. He urged Obi to publicly acknowledge the audio recording from 2023 in which he allegedly called for a religious war and apologized to Nigerian Muslims. Omokri highlighted the importance of genuine repentance and forgiveness in Islam and suggested that if Obi admits his past mistakes and seeks forgiveness, he may have a chance to gain the support of Muslim voters.
However, Omokri also warned Obi that if he continues to ignore the issue and fails to fulfill his promise to take legal action against those who exposed the scandal, he may face consequences in the future. He stressed the importance of diplomacy and genuine repentance in Islam, indicating that Muslim voters will not forget Obi’s alleged plans for a religious war. Omokri highlighted the significance of trust and forgiveness in building relationships with Muslim communities and urged Obi to take proactive steps to address the concerns of Muslim voters.
In a related development, Barrister Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar/Ifeanyi Okowa campaign organization during the 2023 presidential election, claimed that Obi is planning to align with Nasir El-Rufai ahead of the 2027 election. Bwala suggested that Obi may switch parties from the Labour Party to the Social Democratic Party due to ongoing tensions between his party and the Nigeria Labour Congress. These claims raise questions about Obi’s political strategies and alliances as he navigates the complex landscape of Nigerian politics.
Overall, the statements made by Reno Omokri shed light on the challenges facing Peter Obi in securing support from Muslim voters in Nigeria. The issue of religious conflict remains a significant obstacle for Obi, and he will need to address these concerns effectively if he hopes to gain the trust and support of Muslim communities in future elections. The dynamics of Nigerian politics are complex, and Obi’s ability to navigate these challenges will play a crucial role in determining his political future.
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