Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has refuted claims that he issued a statement distancing himself from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) while affirming support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
In a clarification issued on Tuesday through Ibrahim Umar of the Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR), the former Anambra State governor dissociated himself from the widely circulated statement.
The statement read: “Peter Obi Media Reach–POMR has been made aware of a purported statement from our Principal, Peter Obi, denying joining the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP and reaffirming his commitment to the African Democratic Congress, ADC.
The 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party has been a subject of speculation in the political space even as he has remained focused on his mission for the establishment of a new Nigeria of our dreams.”
The media office stressed that Obi has been clear and consistent regarding his stance on ongoing political coalition efforts.
“Peter Obi has been unequivocal in his position in the ongoing coalition and didn’t need anyone to put words into his mouth.”
The statement further criticized those circulating the false narrative for pushing a dishonest agenda.
“He has remained focused on his mission but would not accept anybody attributing a statement to him just to satisfy their devious agenda.”
POMR urged the general public and media outlets to disregard any statements not issued through official channels.
“The media office wishes, therefore, to urge the public to disregard any statement purported to come from him outside his media office or his official handle.”
