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The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has launched another criticism of Peter Obi and his supporters, describing the Obidient Movement as one of the biggest political scams in Nigeria’s history.
Sowore accused supporters of the former Labour Party presidential candidate of abandoning principles they once passionately defended, particularly as some individuals who previously supported Obi have reportedly begun questioning his leadership abilities.
He made the remarks in a post on X while reacting to comments by Ndi Kato, a former spokesperson for Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, who reportedly criticized the politician over what she described as a significant leadership deficit.
Questioning the apparent change in attitude among some former supporters, Sowore suggested that the criticisms now emerging were similar to concerns he had raised about Obi long before they became popular among sections of his support base.
In his post, Sowore drew comparisons with what he described as political deception under former President Muhammadu Buhari and the political maneuvering of President Bola Tinubu.
He wrote:
“Apart from Buhari’s political mass deception and Tinubu’s scam and con artistry and his prowess in political manipulations, this Obidient project, too, has to be one of the biggest political scams ever pulled off in Nigeria’s political history!”
The activist also referenced a popular philosophical observation attributed to German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, which suggests that truth passes through three stages: ridicule, violent opposition, and eventual acceptance.
Sowore appeared to use the analogy to argue that his earlier criticisms of Obi, which he believes were initially dismissed by loyal supporters, are now receiving attention from people who once defended the former Anambra State governor.
His latest remarks add to a long-running disagreement between the two political figures over what constitutes genuine opposition and meaningful political leadership in Nigeria.
The controversy also highlights growing disagreements within political support groups as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
While the Obidient Movement emerged as a major grassroots political force during the 2023 elections, questions about leadership, political strategy, accountability, and the movement’s future direction continue to feature in public discussions.
However, Sowore’s description of the movement remains his personal political assessment, rather than an established fact.
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