Lere Olayinka, senior media adviser to former Rivers State governor and current FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has publicly questioned the silence of former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi regarding a recent demolition in Onitsha, Anambra State. The demolition, which took place on October 25 in the Odoakpu area and was widely shared on social media, has drawn mixed reactions from the public.
In a post on his official X account, Olayinka highlighted that three days after the incident, Obi—who has previously spoken out against demolitions in other states, particularly Lagos—had not commented on the event. “This happened in Otumonye Street, Odoakpu, Onitsha in Anambra State on October 25,… Today is October 29, Peter Obi has not said anything…,” Olayinka wrote.
The remark underscores the heightened scrutiny often placed on political figures to maintain consistency in their public advocacy, particularly on issues affecting their home states or regions. Olayinka’s statement implicitly raises questions about selective outrage and the expectations placed on leaders to address contentious developments regardless of location or political affiliation.
The demolition itself has sparked debate, with some criticizing the action and others supporting it as potentially necessary for urban planning or safety reasons. However, the focus has shifted to Obi’s perceived silence, illustrating how public figures are frequently held accountable not only for what they say but also for what they omit.
This episode reflects broader dynamics in Nigerian politics, where commentary on governance, development, and displacement remains highly polarized. As voices like Olayinka’s draw attention to these contrasts, the public is reminded of the complex interplay between political allegiance, public expectation, and principled consistency in the discourse surrounding urban policy and social justice. View, More,
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